Former UFC double champion Conor McGregor believes he will be fighting this summer. In the past few weeks, the Irishman has claimed that he has accepted a “no name” opponent and a date for his next bout and is now waiting for a fresh contract.
UFC CEO Dana White has not given any strong hint that McGregor’s claims are true. White, however, has earlier stated that “The Notorious” is in contention for a spot on the White House Card.
However, as per Ariel Helwani, the Irishman will not fight on June 14. Instead, there’s a higher chance that McGregor makes his return on the International Fight Week card in July.
Also read: Ariel Helwani Explains Why Conor McGregor Won’t Fight at the White House
Conor McGregor says he is currently in negotiations with the UFC to fight this summer
Conor McGregor, who has two fights left in his contract, recently told Drink Litt that he’s in negotiations with the UFC and will fight this summer.
I am in negotiations with the UFC about the bout, either the White House or thereabouts. Sometime in the summer, McGregor will return.”
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Conor McGregor last competed in 2021, against Dustin Poirier in their trilogy clash at UFC 264, which the Dubliner lost in the first round by TKO after accidentally breaking his leg while stepping back.
Following recovery and rehabilitation, “The Notorious” served as head coach on TUF 31 in 2023 opposite Michael Chandler.
In 2024, he and Chandler were booked to headline UFC 303. However, the bout didn’t materialize, as the Irishman had to withdraw due to a toe injury.
Last year, the 37-year-old was handed an 18-month suspension for violations of the UFC anti-doping policy, which will be lifted on March 20.
McGregor has his crosshairs on the White House card and wants to make his much-anticipated comeback on the South Lawn on June 14.
If “The Notorious” does make the walk back to the octagon this “summer” as he claims, who should be waiting for him on the other end? Drop your pick in the comments below.
