UFC star Conor McGregor reveals details of iconic night out with Cristiano Rolando before Nate Diaz rematch

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Published at :October 3, 2025 at 5:27 PM

Modified at :October 3, 2025 at 5:27 PM

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The former UFC Champion recounts partying with Cristiano Ronaldo.

In a recent conversation uploaded on DAZN social media handles, former two-division UFC Champion Conor McGregor was asked about his night out with Cristiano Ronaldo. The images of the two partying alongside Conor’s teammate and BBJ ace Dillon Danis went viral in 2016.

Responding to the question, Conor jokingly admitted he wasn’t expecting it. He then revealed that it was American music icon Jennifer Lopez’s birthday party in Las Vegas, which Rolando had taken him to.

Conor also revealed that he was preparing for the Nate Diaz rematch around that time. McGregor fought Nate Diaz for the second time at UFC 202 in August 2016. He managed to win the second encounter to tie their head-to-head record.

“That was a great night – it was at Jennifer Lopez’s birthday party in Las Vegas. We were in the middle of preparing for the Nate Diaz rematch. Training was going great.

My dear friend Cristiano Ronaldo came out to visit us and watch the training, and I asked him, ‘What are you doing for the night?’ He said, ‘I’m going to Jennifer Lopez’s party.’ I said, ‘Any invites?’ He said, ‘Yeah, come with me.’ And there we went – met Jennifer Lopez. I went with my lady, my coach, and my training partner, Dylan. We had a great, great night.” Conor Said.

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— DAZN Sport (@DAZN_Sport) October 2, 2025

Also Read: Conor McGregor confirms UFC White House contract is “done deal, signed, delivered”

Conor McGregor will very soon make his return to the octagon

Conor McGregor has confirmed that his long-awaited UFC return will take place at the historic White House card in 2026, marking the promotion’s celebration of America’s 250th birthday.

Speaking on Fox News with Sean Hannity, McGregor declared the fight is officially set.

“It ain’t a negotiation. It’s a done deal, signed, delivered. McGregor will compete in the White House for America’s 250th birthday,” the former two-division champion said.

Who is Conor McGregor set to face at the UFC White House event?

Michael Chandler is the most likely opponent, but Nate Diaz and Paddy Pimblett are also possible challengers.

What did McGregor reveal about his night out with Cristiano Rolando?

In conversation with DAZN, McGregor revealed that it was American music icon Jennifer Lopez’s birthday party in Las Vegas, which Rolando had taken him to.

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