I am Rory MacDonald, UFC fighter and Metamoris 5 competitor. AMA!

What will it take to get you to consider The Canadian Psycho as a nickname?

zero consideration to that

im going by the red king now

Have you ever done a burnout in a mustang that was so fucking big that you could barely see out the window? and also would you fight my mate albert even tho he is blind? he hella buff tho

yes i have a mustang gt but i wouldnt fight albert

i like passing the knee line to half guard

Hi Rory, I've enjoyed watching you over the last few years in the UFC, I think it's interesting to watch your success considering you kind of represent the new generation of fighters that started out training in mixed martial arts rather than growing up training in a traditional martial art and then moving into MMA.

On one of Joe Rogan's podcasts (#545 I think?) he tells a story about how for a while someone at the UFC thought they were texting you to ask what song you wanted for walkout music, but they had the wrong number and some random person was texting back and choosing your walkout music for you. Is this true, and what was your reaction like walking out to music that you didn't pick? I found this story incredibly hilarious, so I kind of hope it is true.

it is true and i was surprised and disappointed every time

thanks to whoever it was

Please tell me that this was the reason "We Found Love" happened?

i chose that i liked the song at the time

Have you hired someone to cut avocados for you since UFC 170?

im just a little more careful with the avacados

Hey Rory! Thanks for doing this. Who was the hardest hitter that you've encountered?

robbie

Have you owned a farm?

no i wish that would be awesome

Condit or Lawler: Who was the tougher fight?

condit

Hey Rory thanks for the time! My question is fairly simple, what is the most common question you receive? Good luck this weekend Rory and good luck fighting for the belt!

will i fight georges

What do you believe you do better than anyone else in the 170lb division?

ground n pound

Hey Rory, huge fan. does the potential of long term brain injuries every cross your mind? how do you take this into consideration as you go through your career

its something to think about but i think with the proper techniques you can avoid a lot of the damage brawlers have to worry about

a technical fighter doesnt have to take as many shots to get the job done

Do the Metamoris competitors get to learn what's in Ralek's backpack?

firas says theres a human head

he takes it out and combs the hair

Hey Rory!

First of all, I'm a huge fan of yours, have been following you since you armbared guymon way back.

Now to the question, ever since I was a kid I've always wanted to start MMA or any type of fighting really but I've never really started. Now at the age of 17, do you think it's too late for me to start? Have I missed too much?

Thanks!

no not at all its the perfect time to start training and working hard

Are you interested in doing other grappling or jiu jitsu competitions besides Metamoris? How often do you train in the gi (if ever)?

i never train in the gi but im open to other jiujitsu comp in the future

my focus is on mma and fighting professionally

Hi Rory, big fan here. My question is, how much do you expect to weight on fight night? Did you put on weight for this event since there is no weight-cutting nor any weight restriction?

for this fight i came in at my natural weight no gaining or losing

i expect to weigh 195

Both in prime, who takes Anderson vs GSP?

What is your personal career highlight thus far?

georges

i really enjoyed the fight with demian maia

Hi Rory, thanks for taking time for an AMA! Here are my questions: 1. Edgar or Swanson this weekend? 2. How do you think Benson Henderson will do at 170 lbs? 3. If you became champion and George was offered a fight against you, do you think he would take it?

1. edgar
2. im sure he'll have some success but he wont beat me
3. nope

Hi Rory,

How much do you put stock in the psychology to fighting? How much effect can a staredown have?

i dont think staredowns really make a difference but its interesting to look into your opponents eyes and see what hes about

Do you plan on coaching The Ultimate Fighter in the future?

hopefully yeah

How much do you bench/squat/deadlift?

0/0/0

Hi Rory.

I was wondering what your training routine is like leading up to Metamoris. Have you changed your focus to strictly Jiujitsu?

not strictly jiujitsu but ive been doing a lot more jiujitsu in my days of training

Hey rory, Would you ever consider going to SBG in Dublin training with Conor Mcgregor and John Kavangh?

its possible

Hey Rory what are some good gyms to train in Surrey/Langley area in BC? I've been wanting to start training MMA for a while but I don't what gym to join.

theres revolution theres mamba mma theres toshido

Hey Rory,

What is your ideal time between fights? Do you want to compete 3-6 times a year? Has your philosophy on layoff between fights changed as the opponents have got more difficult?

3 is a good number

How often do you workout and is it hard to get motivated? Do you ever get nervous when you are about to fight? Have you ever regretted what you do?

yeah i definitely get nervous but i think nerves are a good thing. they prepare you for what you're about to do.

What do you think about uniforms for fighters? Think you could make more money from your own sponsors?

its probably going to be a drop in our income

if that ends up happening hopefully we will be compensated

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i think its important to be a dynamic fighter and not have 1 style

carlos is definitely in the title picture and i hope that well fight again

Since you're so young compared to other UFC fighters, do you see yourself still competing 10 years from now? If not what do you envision yourself doing?

yeah i do

Hey Rory. You seem to have a great report with Ariel Helwani. Do you prefer doing interviews with him versus other media members?

most of the time yeah

Hey Rory. Huge fan. What was tougher at the time of each fight. Your first fight or your last fight?

my first fight didnt know what to expect

Who do you think can make you cry?

uhhh... nobody can make me cry

Do you ever bet on yourself to win a fight just to make some extra cash?

nope not a gambler

Hey Rory. Big fan! Just a random question. How did you come up with your nickname, Red King?

history of my name rory

Sup Ares,

I have a few questions actually:

1) According to wikipedia, you have a total of 3 fight bonuses, i have always wondering how tempting it is to just splurge and buy some crazy shit like cars, jewelry, Conor Mcgregor's tailor, etc. What do most fighter's do when they get a 50k bonus that they might not have been expecting?

2) I'd love your thoughts on Diaz v Silva.

3) Who do you want next?

4) Favorite food to eat following a fight?

Thanks man, good luck with everything.

1. i try to be a little more conservative and save up
2. i think silva
3. the winner of hendricks/lawler
4. carbs

Thanks for doing an ama im a big fan--because i cant think of a good question

whats your favorite candy?

also, do you ever browse reddit?

thanks!

never browse reddit but i like 5 cent candies

Hey rory, big fan! Im big into sport psychology, especially in MMA. Do you have a sport psychologist? Is it a field you use/find helpful?

no

What do you think of Hector Lombard's nickname, 'Showeather'?

thats my first time ever hearing it interesting

MMA fighters around the world are complaining about how fighters are not getting paid well. With the recent news coming out that Bellator scored 1.8 million viewers last Saturday, it looks like there could finally be some competition for the UFC.

As a UFC contracted fighter who gets paid well, what are your views on competition for the UFC in the mixed martial arts game? Do you think Bellator has what it takes, or will they be just like the wrestling program on Spike TV and eventually implode?

competition is always healthy for the fighters paychecks

What's your favorite color?

blue

Hi Rory, who in your opinion, are the most technical striker and grappler in the UFC at the moment?

By the way, have you changed since your MMA Hour appearance?

im trying to make it me so me

You're on the short list to fight for the 170-lb title. Would you prefer a fight against Hendricks or a rematch against Lawler?

either one it doesnt matter im focused on beating whoever it is

Thoughts on Conner McGregor?

good fighter

Hey Rory, I believe you said went to Toshido's when you were learning MMA. Do you ever drop by when you come back to Kelowna and do you still train with anybody from the gym?

Big fan, can't wait to see you hold the belt.

yeah all the time

What is your favorite music?

everything i like a whole lot of different genres depending on my mood at the time

Do you and Mike Ricci still go clothes shopping together (or fight over red pants anymore)?

If not, what's your relationship with him atm? What about GSP? Were you surprised when Ricci got cut, and think it's justifiable or not?

And what are your thoughts on GSP retiring/needing a break? Do you think he'll come back?

no more shopping but good friends with mike

Hey Rory, big fan. Favorite breakfast food?

eggs

How much time do you spend in British Columbia these days? Is your family there?

yup they are

as much as i can when im not training full time

How many Bitcoins have you got in your pocket right now.?

16 bitcoins

Hi Rory, huge fan, love that we have quite a few top level guys from Canada. My question is, when you started in the UFC you were very aggressive in your fights and had some stunning KO's over tough opponents. Lately you have been a bit more conservative. Is this that the opponents are tougher, conservative coaching and looking for points or just maturing as a fighter and really trying to preserve yourself for the long term?

i disagree with you. i think every opponent requires a different method of attack. i did knock someone out a couple weeks ago. did you see my last fight?

Sup Rory, huge fan!
In a recent interview you mentioned you don't ever study your opponents prior to fights. Do you think that will become an issue in case you happen to defend the welterweight belt someday?

nope not an issue

Have you discussed with Georges what his gameplan on returning will be if you take the welterweight belt?

havent talked to him and i dont know what his plans are