Grading The Stars: Conor McGregor, UFC – There’s just something about the stars. They’re mesmerizing. Whether it’s the stars in sports, entertainment or in the sky, they captivate us with their dazzling ways and continue to shine ever so brightly for all of us to see.
In the Grading The Stars series, we’ll feature the stars of the past, present and future and grade them based on their prestige, performance and promise. Plus, we’ll highlight three cool cards of a star to collect under a certain dollar figure.
There are five grading levels of the stars: 10 = Icon (Blue Diamond), 9.5 = Legend (Platinum), 9 = Superstar (Gold), 8.5 = Star (Silver) and 8 = Rising Star (Bronze).
Today, we’ll feature a man who was the first UFC fighter to hold UFC Championships in two weight classes (featherweight and lightweight) simultaneously and is the biggest pay-per-view draw in MMA history, as he headlined the five highest-selling PPV events, The Notorious Conor McGregor.
The Notorious: Conor McGregor began his MMA journey in 2007 when he was an 18-year-old from Dublin. After he made a name for himself in his homeland, UFC President Dana White took notice and signed the star Irishman to a multi-fight contract. McGregor is now notoriously known.
Any Press is Good Press: Love him or hate him, McGregor is one of the best UFC fighters, as well as most recognizable figures of all-time. From his controversial actions to his polarizing personality to his skills in the octagon, McGregor generates headlines. Any press is good press, right?
Future Outlook: Still only 34 years old, McGregor hasn’t fought since July 2021 when he lost to Dustin Poirier. However, he’s still in the news for various things and is always on the minds of fans and collectors. If you’re a UFC fan, add McGregor’s cards to your collection.
Grade: 9.5 = Legend (Platinum)
Grading The Stars: Conor McGregor, UFC – 3 Cool Cards To Collect
2022 Donruss UFC Octagon Marvels Holo Orange Laser #4 – A raw version of this card currently sells in the $20 – $30 range on eBay.
2022 Panini Prizm UFC Flashback Green Prizm #7 – A raw version of this card currently sells in the $10 – $20 range on eBay.
2022 Select UFC Selective Swatches Prizm #SS-CMG – A raw version of this card currently sells in the $30 – $40 range on eBay.
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