The excitement within the UFC community is palpable as Dana White, the UFC President, recently provided a significant update on Conor McGregor’s much-anticipated return to the octagon. Addressing the swirling rumors about McGregor’s potential comeback during the summer, White disclosed that the UFC is looking to secure the Irish superstar for a pay-per-view main event to coincide with International Fight Week.
Adding to the buzz, McGregor himself made an announcement on Instagram, confirming that his highly awaited bout against Michael Chandler is set for the date he had previously hinted at. On the first day of the new year, he had declared his intention to fight Chandler at 185 pounds on June 29. His post confidently proclaimed, “THE FIGHT IS ON! MCGREGOR VS CHANDLER! See you on the date I said.” Despite this bold declaration, White initially hesitated to confirm the exact date and weight class in subsequent interviews, suggesting he needed time to consider the details.
However, during the Power Slap 7 post-event press conference, when White was questioned about McGregor’s social media post regarding the fight on June 29, he seemed more receptive to the idea, albeit with a touch of humor. He responded, “I saw the post. I don’t know what the Teletubby means, but it could be. Hopefully. That’s what we want to do.” This comment indicated a warming to the prospect of the fight taking place as McGregor had announced.
White also took the opportunity to address and debunk any speculation about a surprise fight announcement that was rumored to be made during the UFC 300 broadcast. At the same press conference, he made it clear that such rumors were unfounded, labeling them as “internet bullsh*t.” He firmly stated, “I don’t think there’s any surprises. I know what you’re talking about, it’s all internet bullsh*t. I can honestly sit here right now and tell you we do not have a deal done for the Conor fight.”
With no official confirmation as of yet, the MMA community and fans worldwide are left in suspense, eagerly awaiting to see if Conor McGregor will indeed headline UFC 303 on June 29 against Michael Chandler. As the details of the fight are still being ironed out, only time will reveal whether this highly anticipated matchup will come to fruition.
