Conor McGregor was set to make his highly anticipated UFC return earlier this year at UFC 303, but an injury forced him to withdraw from the event. Since then, no official date has been confirmed for his comeback. However, Dana White remains optimistic, suggesting that McGregor’s return is imminent.
McGregor now has two fights left on his UFC contract, and he hoped to complete one by 2024. However, the UFC failed to come up with a matchup, prompting the ‘Notorious’ to consider other options like boxing. Regardless of this uncertainty, in a recent interview, White confirmed that McGregor will return in 2025.
I do believe Conor McGregor will fight in 2025. There is no fight made, no date set, or anything like that. I was saying in 2024 that I don’t think he will fight this year, but I do believe he will fight in 2025.
Dana White via Outta Pocket with RGIII
Since his last fight, Conor McGregor has established himself as a proper businessman. From co-owning BKFC to starring in a Hollywood movie, McGregor’s new ventures have kept him and his bank account busy. White stated that all this money has made it harder for McGregor to focus on his training camp and make his return.
Dana White says he’s confident that Conor McGregor will fight in 2025:
“There is no fight made or a date set or any of that… I do believe he will fight in 2025.”
🎥 @OuttaPocketRG3 #UFC #MMApic.twitter.com/V6ttozRd3u
— Championship Rounds (@ChampRDS) October 21, 2024
White recently approved McGregor’s proposed fight against Dan Hooker in early 2025. However, McGregor’s frequent social media rants and ongoing feuds with other fighters have created confusion among fans. While entertaining, these online antics raise concerns about his commitment to a serious return to the UFC.
Conor McGregor’s arch-rival mocks his online antics
Conor McGregor’s online antics often showcase his controversial personality. He frequently posts provocative tweets, including multiple retirement announcements that fans doubt. His legal troubles, like r*pe allegations and a canceled driving license, highlight his volatility. Moreover, fighters like Ilia Topuria and Belal Muhammad have mocked the Irishman for his alleged alcohol and drug addiction.
McGregor often engages in intense trash talk with fighters, notably with former UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov. Their rivalry escalated during UFC 229 and since then has not come to an end. The Dagestani has mocked McGregor for being the greatest only on social media. Subsequently, underscoring the contrast between McGregor’s online persona and his in-cage performance.
you tapped out in featherweight , you tapped out in lightweight and you tapped in welterweight , you never defended title in the UFC or Cage Warriors , you gave up more than GSP , Spider and Bones all together. you greatest @ufc fighter in twitter history.
Khabib Nurmagomedov via X
you tapped out in featherweight , you tapped out in lightweight and you tapped in welterweight , you never defended title in the UFC or Cage Warriors , you gave up more than GSP , Spider and Bones all together.
you greatest @ufc fighter in twitter history.— khabib nurmagomedov (@TeamKhabib) May 24, 2020
McGregor has also consistently insulted Nurmagomedov and his team at every opportunity. He has accused the ‘Eagle’ of being a terrorist and fleeing his home country. Recently, McGregor agreed to face Nurmagomedov as an opposing cornerman in a potential PFL bout. While these events keep fans excited, it’s McGregor’s return to the Octagon that they eagerly anticipate the most.
