What are the circular red marks all over Conor McGregors back?
Fans were quick to notice something different about Conor McGregor from the latest UFC Embedded ahead of UFC 264. The Dubliner hasnt featured as heavily in the pre-fight vlog series as he has done prior to bouts in the past. However, some eagle-eye viewers did pick up on the red marks on the back of McGregor as he went through the motions in the octagon. The marks are the result of cupping therapy, an alternative form of medical treatment. As part of the therapy, suction cups are placed on the subjects skin for a few minutes. The therapy is supposed to reduce inflammation and ease pain in a bid to aid physical recovery. McGregor has undergone cupping therapy prior to fights in the past, including his knockout defeat to Poirier in January. The Dubliner has the chance to exact revenge when he battles Poirier in their trilogy bout in the early hours of Sunday morning. There has been plenty of trash talk between the pair with Poirier leaving McGregor speechless during their pre-fight press conference