The recent social media clash between **former UFC champion Conor McGregor** and Game of Thrones actor Liam Cunningham has caught the attention of fans worldwide. The Irish fighter found himself deleting yet another controversial post after a scathing comeback from the actor known for portraying Davos Seaworth in the hit fantasy series.
Social media controversies and McGregor’s deleted posts
Since his last UFC appearance in July 2021 against Dustin Poirier, **Conor McGregor has become increasingly known** for his controversial social media presence rather than his fighting career. The former double champion regularly posts provocative content on X (formerly Twitter), only to delete it hours later.
This pattern of posting and deleting has become so predictable that fans routinely screenshot his comments before they disappear. Monday night witnessed another addition to this growing collection when McGregor was forced to remove his reply to Liam Cunningham after receiving a brutal comeback that quickly went viral.
McGregor’s social media behavior has established a concerning pattern over recent years, with many of his posts addressing political issues, celebrity feuds, and ongoing global conflicts. His management team has reportedly advised him multiple times about these impulsive posts, but the fighter continues this cycle of controversial statements followed by deletions.
Some of McGregor’s most controversial deleted posts have included:
- Personal attacks on rival fighters and their families
- Political statements about Irish governance
- Commentary on international conflicts
- Responses to criticism from celebrities and public figures
- Announcements about potential fight dates later contradicted by UFC
The exchange between the UFC fighter and the Game of Thrones star
The confrontation began when **Liam Cunningham shared content** about Israel’s seizure of the Freedom Flotilla, an activist boat carrying aid to Gaza. Rather than engaging with the serious humanitarian issue, McGregor decided to mock the actor’s post with a dismissive joke.
In his now-deleted reply to Cunningham, McGregor wrote: “I thought you were on the boat Liamo, what happened? You forgot your sea goggles? You get sea sick off the gargle? Bottler.” This attempt at humor regarding a humanitarian crisis immediately attracted criticism from followers of both celebrities.
Cunningham’s response demonstrated his unwillingness to let the fighter dismiss such a serious issue. He replied with a cutting reference to McGregor’s infamous UFC 229 defeat: “Didn’t know you could read and write Conor. Thought you used your hands to tap out.”
This reference to McGregor’s submission loss to Khabib Nurmagomedov in October 2018 struck a nerve with the fighter, who subsequently deleted his original comment. The exchange has since been shared extensively across multiple social media platforms, with many praising Cunningham’s comeback while criticizing McGregor’s approach to a humanitarian topic.
| Celebrity | Platform | Original Post About | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liam Cunningham | X (Twitter) | Gaza aid flotilla seizure | Maintained his post |
| Conor McGregor | X (Twitter) | Mocking response to Cunningham | Deleted after backlash |
McGregor’s political aspirations and recent career challenges
In recent months, **Conor McGregor has expressed political ambitions**, stating that he intends to eventually run for the Irish presidency. This shift toward political commentary represents a new direction for the fighter, whose career in the octagon has stalled significantly since his peak years.
Since his submission loss to Khabib Nurmagomedov in 2018, McGregor’s fighting record has been underwhelming. He has only competed three times in the UFC, securing a victory against Donald “Cowboy” Cerrone before suffering two consecutive knockout losses to Dustin Poirier.
The fighter’s diminishing success in the octagon has coincided with his increasing presence in other domains, including his whiskey business, fashion ventures, and now, political commentary. Many sports analysts question whether his focus has permanently shifted away from fighting excellence.
McGregor’s career trajectory shows a clear decline in activity:
- 2016-2018: Fought six times, became double champion
- 2018-2020: One fight (loss to Nurmagomedov)
- 2020-2021: Two fights (win against Cerrone, loss to Poirier)
- 2021-Present: Zero fights, multiple canceled comeback announcements
The aftermath and public reaction
The exchange between **McGregor and Cunningham sparked significant public interest**, with most social media users siding with the Game of Thrones actor. Many commented on the appropriateness of using serious humanitarian situations as material for personal attacks or jokes.
Neither McGregor nor Cunningham has publicly addressed the exchange since it occurred, though McGregor’s deletion of his post speaks volumes. The fighter’s representatives have not issued any statement regarding the incident, which follows their typical approach to his controversial social media activity.
The viral nature of this particular exchange highlights the continued public interest in McGregor despite his extended absence from UFC competition. While his fighting career appears stalled, his ability to generate headlines remains undiminished.
This incident adds to a growing list of controversies that have shaped public perception of the former champion in recent years. As McGregor continues to express political aspirations while remaining inactive in the sport that made him famous, these social media confrontations increasingly define his public image.
Whether this latest social media defeat will influence McGregor’s approach to online interactions remains to be seen, though history suggests it’s unlikely to result in any permanent change to his posting habits.
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