Conor McGregor's trainer has hinted that the Notorious could be a last-minute replacement to fight Tony Ferguson and save UFC 249 with Khabib Nurmagomedov stranded in Russia.

Khabib Nurmagomedov announced on Wednesday evening that he was back in his native Dagestan and ruled out the prospect of breaking the coronavirus quarantine to compete at UFC 249.

Nurmagomedov was being interviewed by an ESPN reporter on Instagram and McGregor sent a request to be in the video . To which Nurmagomedov responded: 'You know what I feel?

The former UFC champion, 31, cannot use his own name for his sportswear brand. McGregor New York, founded in 1921 by Scotsman David Doniger, won the legal battle.

If pandemic continues to halt proceedings, UFC president Dana White has claimed that future fights will instead take place on a private island, which is said to be 'up and running by June'.

Eddie Alvarez has claimed that Conor McGregor will never beat the UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov inside the octagon.

Conor McGregor has been involved in just one boxing fight in his career, where he eventually lost to American legend Floyd Mayweather in the tenth round back in 2017.

Donald Cerrone has admitted that his 'brain was rattled' after the 40-second obliteration by Conor McGregor in January. The UFC 246 event saw 'Cowboy' wilt early in the first round. 

Conor McGregor personally delivered supplies to a Dublin children's hospital on Thursday amid the COVID-19 crisis.

UFC president Dana White has revealed that Conor McGregor is in top shape and is pestering him for a contest on 'Fight Island'. The Irishman could be in action as early as mid June.

White has already organised four shows to take place in the United States this month, with the rescheduled UFC 249 kicking things off behind-closed-doors in Jacksonville, Florida.

As the debate rages on about whether the UFC should end its coronavirus-enforced hiatus on Saturday night, Ferguson insisted his willingness to fight should see him regarded as the top dog.

The German designer is reportedly a favorite of pop divas like Rihanna and Lady Gaga

Sarah Tanno, 38, has been working with Lady Gaga, 33, for nearly ten years, and the pair recently collaborated on newly-launched beauty brand Haus Laboratories.

Ronnie Scott's jazz club in Soho has welcomed a star-studded guest list over the years, with visitors including Princess Diana, the Rolling Stones and Elton John. It is turning 60 this year.

In January she apologized for teaming with a musician charged with sexual abuse, and now she's taking the extra step of re-releasing the album without any trace of the song at all.

Lady Gaga was involved in a scary accident during her Las Vegas show. The 33-year-old and a fan were dancing on stage when they both fell off. Gaga had her legs wrapped around a fan's waist before the fall.

Make-up artist Alexa Ferriero from Florida is sharing a brand new Halloween look for every single day in October and so far has recreated the likes of Betty Boop and Edward Scissorhands.

Lady Gaga and Ashanti took over Brian Newman's jazz set on Saturday night when they performed some of their songs for his Vegas fans.

The haute couture gown had been set to go under the hammer at Nate D. Sanders Auction House on October 31, but was removed from the sale just moments before bidding closed on the piece.

She's had some rough-and-tumble moments of late, but this weekend it was all about one of her closest friends and co-workers.

British ex TOWIE star Gemma Collins has been selected as the star who has made the biggest fashion faux pas of the decade, a new survey has revealed.

Billie Eilish has faced the wrath of Lady Gaga's fans following her reaction to her infamous 'meat dress' at the MTV Video Music Awards in 2010.

The first handwritten draft of the much-loved lyrics by Sir Elton John's long-term collaborator Bernie Taupin have been sold at auction in Los Angeles for £180,000.

American gossip guru Perez Hilton dished on his infamous feud with Lady Gaga on Monday night's episode of I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here!

Germanotta revealed how Gaga's depression started as early as middle school, when the future star began getting bullied by her peers. She also said that she wished she knew the signs earlier.

The Super Bowl is officially hours away. And Lady Gaga, 33, made a grand entrance at the AT&T Super Saturday Night Concert ahead of her headlining performance before the big game.

Dua Lipa has shared some behind-the-scenes snaps from her new music video for Physical on Monday, showing the pop princess reclining on the bonnet of a car.

The singer/actress extraordinaire, 33, turned heads while wearing super stacked platform boots that matched her pretty pink hair. Gaga's sparkling footwear elevated her 5foot2 form at least another six inches.

Charlotte Awbery, from Romford, east London, belts out the lyrics to Shallow, leaving prankster Kevin Freshwater very impressed after he stops her on the Underground.

Lady Gaga revealed that she 'made a lot of the record in her studio house,' referring to her $5.25 million home in the Hollywood Hills, during her New Music Daily with Zane Lowe on Apple Music.

Adam Sandler sang a song called 'Don't Touch Grandma' during his segment on Home Edition of The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on Monday.

Seems as though the outfit was much too difficult to walk around in, but Gaga didn't complain as she was carefully transported across the set in the arms of one man.

The legendary singer, 73, posted the photograph to his 2.9 million followers of himself sat outside at his piano besides David, 57, who held a camera and microphone.

The 30-year-old singer shared a sweet new picture of herself and her newborn son on Instagram and although many fans left kind messages on the post, one person wrote: 'Stop with the botox...'

The 34-year-old pop star and boyfriend Michael Polansky smiled Wednesday while watching Tony Bennett perform during a fundraiser.

Missy Modell, 33, changed the lyrics to Gaga's 2008 song. The New Yorkers sings about quarantine, painting Dr. Fauci's TV appearances as a bright spot.

Leslie Jordan regaled his fans once again on Saturday, this time with a story about working with Lady Gaga on the set of American Horror Story: Roanoke.

'We need to see Eden like this, playing well, and scoring goals,' said Zidane. 'He wanted that, he was happy in the dressing room after the game and we hope this is the first of many.'

PETE JENSON IN SPAIN: The four-times Champions League winner flew to London to meet with his agent on Monday and Spanish media speculated that he will be allowed to join Jiangsu Suning.

Gareth Bale's agent has warned people not to 'believe everything you hear' amid talk the Welsh attacker will make the move to the Chinese Super League in the January transfer window.

PETE JENSON IN SPAIN: Gareth Bale is fast becoming a hero in Spain… to everyone who doesn't care about Real Madrid with his latest dig at the club coming on Tuesday night.

Harry Redknapp believes a sure-fire way of Jose Mourinho getting the backing of Tottenham fans would be to sign Gareth Bale. Bale moved from Tottenham to Real Madrid six years ago.

Spanish newspaper Marca have slammed Gareth Bale after appearing to mock Real Madrid during Euro 2020 qualification celebrations with Wales. Bale celebrated with a flag that mocked Real Madrid.

The much-maligned 30-year-old was resoundingly jeered by home fans after being introduced as a second half substitute in the club's 3-1 victory against Real Sociedad.

Coutinho, now on loan at Bayern Munich after struggling since his huge-money move to Barcelona, has seen his value slashed by a massive £60million according to Transfermarkt.

The Welshman has come under fire in Spain for a lack of commitment towards the culture, with reports that he had not made an effort to learn the language and does not bond with the team.

Gareth Bale's agent has described the prospect of the Welshman leaving Real Madrid on loan this month as 'ridiculous' and insisted he will see out his Bernabeu contract.

The Wales international appeared set to depart Real Madrid in the summer, only for the club to reject the big money bid despite Zinedine Zidane's willingness to allow Bale to leave.

Bale, who has made 15 appearances in all competitions for Madrid this season, has been recalled this weekend and Zidane dismissed ongoing speculation about the pair's relationship.