Why Did Conor McGregor Become More Successful Businessman Than Khabib Nurmagomedov?

Conor McGregor and Khabib Nurmagomedov 

Khabib Nurmagomedov achieved an undefeated record in the octagon but struggled to replicate that success in his business ventures. In contrast, his former rival Conor McGregor has excelled both as a fighter and a businessman. While fans consider Nurmagomedov one of the greatest of all time, he never reached the status of the highest-paid UFC athlete. Although ‘The Eagle’ earned huge money from the UFC, the ‘Notorious’ consistently topped the earnings charts and generated massive pay-per-view revenue with many of his fights.

The business ventures of these fighters present a clear contrast. McGregor has become a part-owner of BKFC, which is described as the “fastest-growing sports promotion in the world.” He leverages his large fan base to promote the organization. On the other hand, Nurmagomedov’s Eagle FC, a Russian MMA promotion he launched in 2020, appears to be less active. Notably, they held their most recent event on November 11, 2023.

Thanks to his various ventures and substantial fighting earnings, Conor McGregor has earned so much that he no longer needs to fight. He freely spends his wealth on luxury. In contrast, Khabib is facing financial difficulties due to alleged mismanagement. The Russian government reportedly seized his bank accounts over a $3.3 million debt. Moreover, Nurmagomedov’s gym in Dagestan was raided, and his bank accounts were seized after it was found that one of the gunmen involved in a recent terror attack had trained there.

Meanwhile, McGregor continues to expand his ventures, from his whiskey business to high-stakes fights and involvement in BKFC. He has now also launched his own music label, showcasing his diverse interests. In contrast, Khabib has not ventured into record or fashion labels. Although the fighters are in different places in their lives now, their past rivalry remains one of the most memorable in combat sports history.

UFC 229: Conor McGregor vs. Khabib Nurmagomedov Fight

Fans have witnessed some of the most intense rivalries, but McGregor vs. Khabib is often cited as the greatest in UFC history. UFC 229 stands out as one of the organization’s most successful events. The main event between ‘The Eagle’ and ‘The Notorious’ set a record with 2.4 million pay-per-view buys. Although McGregor didn’t win that bout, it still remains one of the most memorable fights.

Fans are eagerly waiting for the Irish fighter’s return. He had to withdraw from UFC 303 due to an injury. While there’s no official announcement yet, everyone is excited to see him back in the octagon soon.