“We are talking,” UFC CEO Dana White confirms ongoing talks with superstar Conor McGregor ahead of rumored UFC 300 return

UFC CEO Dana White confirms that he was in talks with Conor McGregor about getting the Irish fighter back in the octagon

“We are talking,” UFC CEO Dana White confirms ongoing talks with superstar Conor McGregor ahead of rumored UFC 300 return

Dana White has confirmed that he is in negotiations with Conor McGregor about bringing him back into the octagon (via Imago)

UFC CEO Dana White has officially confirmed ongoing discussions with superstar Conor McGregor. This has fueled speculation about the Irish fighter’s potential return for the much-anticipated UFC 300. The revelation came during an Instagram Live session, where Dana White shared insights into the current status of negotiations between McGregor and the UFC

Dana White said he was in Abu Dhabi, while Conor McGregor was in Dubai. White hoped that the specifics could be worked out and an agreement reached. During an Instagram live session, this is what he said:

We talked tonight. I'm in Abu Dhabi, he's in Dubai. We're gonna figure something out. We're talking.
Dana White via Instagram Live
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McGregor has not stepped in the octagon for nearly two years. This was after the unfortunate injury during the fight with Dustin Poirier. He was slated to return early in 2024. However, it seems like that timeline will be pushed. Given Conor McGregor’s prominence as one of MMA’s most famous and marketable personalities, any news about his return is bound to pique people’s curiosity.

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The prospect of McGregor’s comeback for UFC 300 adds an intriguing plot to the ever-changing world of MMA. This has created a buzz that transcends beyond the sport’s conventional fan base.

Fight fans react to the news of Dana White and Conor McGregor in talks about McGregor’s return

The recent revelation by Dana White about advancing conversations with Conor McGregor has garnered interest in the MMA world. These talks can pave the way for the Irish fighter’s return at UFC 300. Fans worldwide rushed to social media to voice their reactions to what might be a historic comeback for one of the sport’s most legendary characters.

Fight fans react to Dana White's talks with Conor McGregor
Fight fans react to Dana White’s talks with Conor McGregor (via Imago)

Fight fans responded with a combination of excitement and curiosity. Many people were excited to see McGregor back in action in the octagon. Others were skeptical of Dan White’s message. They believed that they had seen this repeatedly from the UFC CEO. Others believed that UFC 300 would be a perfect spot for McGregor’s comeback to the octagon. Here are some of the reactions from fight fans:

Fans are certainly attracted by the thought of watching “The Notorious” return to the UFC’s hallowed octagon, whether this is motivated by enthusiasm, hope, or nostalgic reflections on former clashes. McGregor remains a great asset to the UFC and a great entertainer for the fans. 

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