Conor McGregor goals to return to the octagon in June 2026 and have on the UFC White Home card. The previous UFC double champion has just lately been within the headlines for his non secular journey, return to coaching, and promise to stay within the gymnasium.
McGregor shared coaching footage of himself shadowboxing, which drew the eye of UFC Corridor of Famer Chael Sonnen. Sonnen, who has beforehand declared on his podcast that ‘The Infamous’ won’t return, this time appeared on the coaching clip and had a minor change of opinion as he wrote on X:
“Finest video he’s put out in 3 years. Spectacular..”
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McGregor final entered the octagon in 2021 for his trilogy bout vs. Dustin Poirier and snapped his leg within the first spherical. After restoration and rehabilitation, the Irishman served as a coach on TUF 31 reverse Michael Chandler. The 2 have been slated to battle at UFC 303 in 2024, however a toe damage compelled the Irishman out.
In 2025, McGregor was preoccupied along with his political objectives and authorized considerations. He was additionally busy selling BKFC, which he partially owns, and has additionally expressed an curiosity in combating for the promotion sooner or later. Nonetheless, his main focus seems to be on the White Home card at current.
Conor McGregor’s coach, John Kavanagh, also told Ariel Helwani that his pupil is displaying up on the gymnasium and is severe in regards to the comeback.
Michael Chandler assures followers he’ll battle Conor McGregor in 2026
Michael Chandler just lately assured followers that his bout with Conor McGregor will happen in 2026. ‘Iron’ additionally added that ‘The Infamous’ has additionally introduced in coaching companions who can replicate Chandler’s fashion:
“The battle is occurring. I’ll battle. he desires to battle me. He has introduced in guys to his coaching camp to imitate my fashion.”
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Chandler has additionally proposed a White House belt, which might be up for grabs once they battle.
