Conor McGregor’s fans have been eagerly awaiting his return to the UFC after his last fight in July 2021, where he suffered a devastating leg injury against Dustin Poirier. McGregor was initially set to face Michael Chandler at UFC 303, but a broken toe forced him to withdraw from the fight just days before. Despite his injury, McGregor has been vocal about his intention to make a comeback before the end of 2024.
However, UFC president Dana White recently announced that McGregor’s return won’t happen this year. White, while expressing optimism about McGregor’s future fights, made it clear that a matchup with Chandler is off the table for 2024. This news came as a disappointment to many fans who were hoping to see McGregor back in action before the year’s end.
In typical McGregor fashion, the Irish fighter didn’t shy away from expressing his displeasure with White’s decision. McGregor took to social media to call out White, insisting that he is ready to fight in December and urging the UFC to make it happen. Despite his enthusiasm, White remained firm in his stance that McGregor will not be stepping into the Octagon until 2025.
Recent footage of McGregor enjoying alcoholic beverages at public events raised concerns about his commitment to returning to the UFC. Chandler, McGregor’s would-be opponent, publicly acknowledged that the fight is likely off, signaling a setback for McGregor’s anticipated comeback. While White did not explicitly link McGregor’s actions to his decision, there is a growing skepticism surrounding McGregor’s timeline for his return to the Octagon.
As the UFC schedule fills up with headline fights through the end of the year, McGregor’s opportunities for a comeback seem to be dwindling. With key matchups like UFC 308 and UFC 309 already set, McGregor’s chances of headlining a pay-per-view event in 2024 are slim. The uncertainty surrounding McGregor’s return raises questions about the timeline for his comeback and whether fans will have to wait longer than expected to see him back in action.
Conor McGregor’s highly anticipated return to the UFC has hit a roadblock as UFC president Dana White has ruled out a fight for him in 2024. Despite McGregor’s eagerness to step back into the Octagon, his actions and scheduling conflicts have complicated his comeback plans. As fans eagerly await McGregor’s return, the future remains uncertain for the former two-division champion.