When Conor McGregor jumped in the cage and attacked a referee at Bellator 187

Conor McGregor has become known for his controversial and headline-grabbing antics both inside and outside the UFC octagon, earning him the apt moniker of 'The Notorious'. However, one particular incident stands out above the rest: during a Bellator event in 2017.

McGregor went on a rampage in the cage after his teammate Charlie Ward won his fight against John Redmond at Bellator 187. Despite not being a licensed cornerman, McGregor leaped over the cage to join in the celebration, causing chaos and sparking a melee that led to widespread condemnation from the combat sports community.

The incident served as a stark reminder of McGregor's larger-than-life personality and his tendency to court controversy, even in events that he was not directly involved in.

Watch the entire sequence of events here:

After Conor McGregor jumped the fence to join the post-fight celebration at Bellator 187, referee Marc Goddard intervened and tried to get him to leave the cage. However, McGregor responded with a violent shove, escalating the situation further.

The incident was captured on camera and quickly went viral, sparking outrage and condemnation from many in the combat sports world. In addition to the altercation with Goddard, there was also a footage of Conor McGregor slapping a Bellator staff member on his way out of the arena.

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Conor McGregor lands in Las Vegas to coach the upcoming season of TUF 31

Conor McGregor has arrived in Las Vegas, ready to begin filming the new season of The Ultimate Fighter. The controversial former two-division UFC champion will be taking on the role of coach for a team of up-and-coming male bantamweight and lightweight fighters, with Michael Chandler serving as his rival coach.

This will mark McGregor's second stint as a coach on the show, following his successful stint as coach in season 22 back in 2015. While McGregor's involvement in the show is sure to generate buzz and excitement among fans, it remains to be seen how he will fare as a coach to the next generation of UFC fighters.

Check out 'The Notorious' arriving at UFC Apex:

The fighters and alternates for the upcoming season of TUF 31, have already been in Las Vegas for over a week, eagerly awaiting the arrival of Conor McGregor. The selection process for the show has been completed, and those who made the cut were required to turn over their phones upon being informed of their participation.

This is a common practice for reality TV shows, as it ensures that the contestants remain focused on the competition and don't get distracted by the outside world. With the fighters now in place and McGregor on board as a coach, fans can look forward to another exciting TUF season, with plenty of drama and action in store.