John Kavanagh
IrelandcoachMale6.0Global Dominance: 0.00%John Kavanagh is a renowned Irish mixed martial arts coach and founder of SBG Ireland. Known for his pivotal role in training UFC fighter Conor McGregor, Kavanagh has been instrumental in shaping the careers of several successful fighters in the sport. His approach to coaching combines technical skill development with mental fortitude, making him a respected figure in the MMA community.
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John Kavanagh is Conor McGregor’s coach who described the upcoming fight as 'a bit of a Rocky III moment'.
Conor McGregor, Donald Trump and the political arena of MMA – The Irish TimesThe Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·Ireland· 2026-08-08
Ireland· 2026-08-08
John Kavanagh is one of Conor McGregor's long-time coaches who accompanied him on his trip.
How Conor McGregor secured his meeting with Donald Trump in the Oval Office – The Irish TimesThe Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·Ireland· 2025-03-21
Ireland· 2025-03-21
