Former two-division UFC champion Conor McGregor has made a significant declaration regarding an impending fight announcement, signaling his long-awaited return to the Octagon.
It has been nearly five years since McGregor last competed in the UFC, his career put in jeopardy by a severe leg injury sustained just minutes into his bout against Dustin Poirier at UFC 264. He was initially slated to face Michael Chandler at UFC 303 but withdrew due to a toe injury during his training camp. Now, two years after that cancellation, McGregor appears genuinely committed to ending his prolonged hiatus and stepping back into the cage.
With Michael Chandler recently scheduled for the upcoming UFC Freedom 250 event, McGregor’s next opponent remains unconfirmed. Max Holloway, a former BMF titleholder who recently lost to Charles Oliveira at UFC 326, has been widely rumored as a potential adversary for McGregor’s return bout. Furthermore, numerous MMA news outlets have indicated that McGregor is a “likely” participant for the UFC’s International Fight Week event this summer.
Conor McGregor Fuels Return Speculation, Hints at International Fight Week Showdown
In a recent Instagram post, McGregor seemed to corroborate the ongoing rumors about a potential comeback during the UFC’s International Fight Week in July, expressing his characteristic confidence and bravado.
“The rumors are true! Mr. Confidence returns to save fighting again! Call your grandma! Nanny we did it! Watch and pay me. F— you pay me. You fat Irish prick you don’t have my money I put your brain to sleep. See ya’s in the Casinos after, the Mac loves yas all, I got love for yas all it’s an honor it’s light work it’s easy. FOR LIFE AND ETERNITY ITS MCGREGOR! BIG MONEY MAC DADDY MCGREGOR I EXPECT FAWNING OF THE HIGHEST FOR LIFE. I DO THIS FIGHT GAME EASY PEEZY. THE SOUND OF MY SHOTS OFF THE HEAD GO “BING” in green dot laser form. Go BHB! Watch divine magic when I fight. Hey [Paramount Plus] see you guys soon I’m so excited! And Born Ready. The Notorious Conor McGregor.”
As of now, the UFC has yet to officially announce a fight for McGregor’s much-anticipated return to the Octagon. He is actively seeking his first victory since his knockout performance against Donald Cerrone at UFC 246.