Published 18:42 IST, January 4th 2020

UFC 246: Dana White reveals what makes Conor McGregor such a big star

In an interview for the official website of UFC, UFC President Dana White revealed his thoughts about Conor McGregor’s popularity. Keep reading for more.

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Cor McGregor is rey to make his much-awaited return against Donald Cerrone at main event of UFC 246 on January 18, 2020. Despite being inactive for over a year, Cor McGregor still remains one of top-rated athletes of world. Irish fighter holds a massive fan-base in his country and all over world.

re are people who love Cor McGregor, matter what he does or says. However, a loudmouth like Cor McGregor has got plenty of haters too. first double champion of UFC did t have a good run in recent times. Cor McGregor h to undergo a lot of legal charges and his last fight against lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov did t go as per plan. Well, it’s 2020 and he is back. UFC President Dana White revealed exactly why people love and hate Cor McGregor.

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UFC: Dana White talks about Cor McGregor

In an interview for official website of UFC, UFC President Dana White revealed his thoughts about Cor McGregor’s popularity. When asked about kicking off 2020 with Cor McGregor vs Donald Cerrone, Dana White said, “Cor is one of those guys who's got this incredible personality, who has that “it” factor that makes him a big star.

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But most importantly, kid comes in and puts on unbelievably exciting fights. And everything from him showing up to arena, to press conference, to weigh-ins are all just as entertaining and exciting as fight. He’s got people on both sides—people who hate him and people who love him—but everybody is excited to see him back."

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UFC 246: More details

Main-event:- Cor McGregor vs Donald Cerrone (welterweight bout)

Date:- January 19 (IST)

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Time:- 8:30 AM (IST)

Venue:- T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas

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18:42 IST, January 4th 2020