5 UFC records held by Conor McGregor that are difficult to break

Conor McGregor has accomplished mountains of success in the UFC. Sometimes it's difficult to track just how many records McGregor has documented during his wild ride with the company.

Equipped with a venomous left hand and the gift of gab, Conor McGregor's rapid rise in the UFC was unprecedented. The Irishman's passage into the promotion was explosive. After a triumphant debut, the growing phenomenon was tasked with the stiffest test of his young career. Conor McGregor was paired with Max Holloway, and the two put on a spectacular show.

Even in his short time in the UFC, many were surprised to see McGregor, who is known traditionally for his striking, utilize grappling and wrestling to nullify 'Blessed'. Of course, this pivotal 145-pound contest occurred before both athletes realized their potential as champions.

Along his fiery path as a UFC fighter, 'The Notorious' has shattered record after record. With supreme finishing instincts and a knack for knockouts, the Irish superstar has separated himself from the pack. Today we will examine five records of Conor McGregor that will be difficult to break.

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#5. Conor McGregor is the biggest draw in UFC history

Conor McGregor's conquest into the UFC pay-per-view game didn't take long. Once the Irish superstar arrived, there was no looking back. The numbers McGregor garnered during each of his pay-per-view shows were jaw-dropping.

A record that will likely stand the test of time is McGregor's record for most top-selling PPV attractions in the UFC. 'The Notorious' is responsible for headlining five out of six of the top-selling pay-per-view events the UFC has hosted. While some thought buyrates would be affected if the Irishman suffered defeats, that turned out to be false.

Conor McGregor cemented his UFC superstar status when he took on a dark persona for his anticipated fight with Khabib Nurmagomedov. The two lightweights met at UFC 229 in October 2018. While the fight lasted, McGregor had his moments but lost via neck crank in the fourth round. Following the victory for Nurmagomedov, a scuffle broke out between both teams.

After the dust settled, former UFC champion Conor McGregor, in defeat, set a record for the highest-grossing pay-per-view in mixed martial arts history. In particular, the fight between 'The Eagle' and McGregor amassed 2.4 million PPV buys.

Outside of the UFC, Conor McGregor asserted his place as one of the hottest PPV draws regardless of the sport. In his epic 2017 boxing bout with Floyd Mayweather, UFC-backed Conor McGregor once again shattered expectations. The bout would become the second-best-selling pay-per-view in combat sports history.

#4. Fastest knockout in a UFC title bout

Conor McGregor delivering the fastest knockout in a title fight

Conor McGregor holds the record for fastest knockout in a UFC title bout. The title unification bout between Jose Aldo and the Irishman was widely publicized. In December 2015, McGregor did the unthinkable and knocked Aldo out in record time.

As the opening bell sounded, Jose Aldo rushed in on McGregor, and as the latter was backing up, he threw a left-hook which sent 'Junior' crashing to the canvas. With all of the pre-fight trash talk, the world was taken aback by McGregor's ability to back up his persona and predict precisely when he believed he would end a fight.

Many were in utter shock following the results as Aldo held the featherweight throne for over seven years unbeaten. Aldo's reign of dominance stretched into the UFC after a hugely successful WEC title run. The victory for McGregor also snapped Aldo's incredible 18-fight winning streak.

The title fight only took thirteen seconds, and McGregor's star reached unseen heights after the contest. Less than a year into unifying featherweight gold, McGregor would turn the UFC on its axis and secure a second world title in a heavier weight class against Eddie Alvarez.

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#3. Conor McGregor holds the three highest UFC gates

When it comes to selling tickets, the UFC is in the Conor McGregor business. The superstar has secured the three highest-performing gates in UFC history. UFC 264 pitted the Irish superstar against Dustin Poirier for a third time.

With Poirier and McGregor each sharing a win over each other, the third and final bout seemingly assured that the chapter would close. In some respects, it did. However, some believe that the story has been prematurely drawn up due to McGregor injuring his tibia.

Nevertheless, Conor McGregor nearly broke the gate pay-per-view record against Khabib Nurmagomedov. Prior to his nefarious showdown with the undefeated Dagestani, McGregor secured MMA's top-grossing gate of all-time when he captured a second world title in 2016 against Eddie Alvarez.

At the time, the UFC had never witnessed a simultaneous dual-weight world champion. Conor McGregor once again made history by becoming the first. While it seemed as though the McGregor bubble would pop and his financial impact on the UFC would soften, fights involving 'The Notorious' remain as lucrative as they were when he first skyrocketed into the spotlight.

#2. Conor McGregor has secured the most consecutive post-fight bonuses

Conor McGregor has also set a UFC record for most consecutive post-fight bonuses earned in the octagon. With such apt finishing abilities, Conor McGregor has found himself atop another list.

The Irish superstar has earned eight post-fight bonuses. Along his UFC path, McGregor's hands have earned him a lot of cash. In addition to holding the record with eight consecutive bonuses, seven of those were for achieving performance of the night. Of course, the two bonuses were the result of McGregor's pair of fights with Nate Diaz.

The Irishman first met Diaz in 2016. To his surprise, his energy systems didn't hold up, and Diaz seemed to be getting stronger as the fight progressed. When the second round began, McGregor shot for a sloppy double-leg takedown, and Diaz sprawled and shut it down. Despite being bloodied and battered, Diaz would turn the MMA world on its head after submitting McGregor in the second round.

Conor McGregor and Nate Diaz at UFC 202

Conor McGregor earned another UFC fight of the night honors in his epic rematch with Nate Diaz. The second fight came roughly four months later, and McGregor showed how much game planning and cardio mean to being a dominant UFC fighter. Despite struggling with the length of Diaz in their second encounter, McGregor scored a unanimous decision.

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#1. Conor McGregor is the only UFC fighter to top the Forbes' highest paid athletes list

With all of the money and accolades Conor McGregor has accrued during his career, there are some records his peers simply won't get close to. While much of the Irish superstar's wealth has been collected outside the octagon, McGregor still made a fortune within the UFC.

However, with his Irish Whiskey Proper No. 12 sales booming since its inception, it's no mystery that McGregor is a savvy businessman. The Irish superstar has a clothing line named August McGregor. Through the years as an elite UFC fighter, McGregor parlayed his wealth into more financial opportunity.

Even in the midst of a worldwide pandemic, Conor McGregor topped the Forbes' list of highest paid athletes for 2021. The former two-division titleholder fought twice in 2021. In the span of time, 'The Notorious' has secured the number one spot on the coveted list.

After joining the likes of NBA legend LeBron James and soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo, McGregor will likely be the only UFC athlete to top the list any time soon. Granted, the UFC has a marketable atmosphere to help fighters reach new heights but catching up with a tycoon like Conor McGregor will be quite difficult.