Conor McGregor has debuted a dramatic new look, appearing clean-shaven for the first time in years as he enjoyed drinks at his Dublin pub, The Black Forge Inn. The UFC double-champion, 34, was spotted without his trademark beard, prompting a flurry of comments from fans on social media.
McGregor first unveiled the style for Halloween, dressing as a pilot with his wife and son. Since then, he has maintained the look while posting footage hinting at a potential return to the octagon. In one Instagram post, he raised a pint of his own Forged Irish Stout, wearing a suit and flashing his £700,000 Jacob & Co watch.
Fans were quick to react, with one comparing him to James Bond and another to Arthur Morgan from Red Dead Redemption. Irish coach John Kavanagh joked about checking the ID of the 'kid' in the background. McGregor has not fought since breaking his leg in a loss to Dustin Poirier in July 2021.
Reports suggest a comeback is planned for early 2023, with Justin Gaethje a likely opponent at welterweight. Rumours of a boxing rematch with Floyd Mayweather also persist, with Mayweather confirming plans in an interview with Sportsmail.
