UFC fighters cast in imagined version of The Odyssey
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 5:00 PM
Last updated Jul 26, 2026
A recent mailbag feature suggests casting UFC fighters in a creative version of The Odyssey, inspired by Christopher Nolan's upcoming film. The piece highlights notable fighters for key roles: Alexander Volkanovski as Odysseus, Alexa Grasso as Penelope, and Conor McGregor as Antinous. The discussion reflects a playful examination of fighters' personalities and skills, aligning them with the legendary characters of the ancient epic. The proposed cast aims to blend the world of MMA with classical literature in an imaginative way.
- •Mailbag explores casting UFC fighters in The Odyssey
- •Volkanovski suggested for Odysseus, Grasso for Penelope
- •Conor McGregor proposed for role of Antinous
- •Casting reflects fighters' characteristics and story themes
- •Feature ties into Christopher Nolan's upcoming film premiere
- 5:00 PMYahoo Sports — Mailbag: Which UFC fighters would make the best Odyssey cast?
"Let’s cast an MMA version of The Odyssey!
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