The wait is almost over? Dana White comments on McGregor's future return to the octagon
Liam Carter
Dailysports's expert
Translated by the editors
UFC president Dana White has shared an update on former champion Conor McGregor’s potential return to the octagon.
Quote: "How long has it been since Conor fought here? If he’s going to fight, it’ll happen sometime next year," said White.
In November, a jury found the MMA legend guilty of sexually assaulting Nikita Hand. The woman accused McGregor of physical and sexual abuse during a Christmas party in a Dublin hotel penthouse in 2018. As part of the judgment, McGregor is required to pay Hand £210,000 in damages.
McGregor has apologized to his partner for his infidelity but continues to deny the assault allegations.
Reminder: The Irishman last fought in 2021, losing to Dustin Poirier and suffering a leg injury. A highly anticipated return against Michael Chandler in June was canceled after McGregor fractured a toe.
Conor McGregor's record
The 36-year-old Irish mixed martial artist has competed in 28 MMA fights. He has claimed victory in 22 of them (22 by knockout, 1 by submission, 2 by decision).
McGregor has also suffered 6 losses (2 by knockout, 4 by submission).
Conor began his professional career in 2008 and made his UFC debut in 2013.
Between February 2011 and December 2015, McGregor achieved a remarkable streak of 15 consecutive victories across various promotions.
Since his loss to Khabib Nurmagomedov in 2018, McGregor has entered the octagon only three times: he defeated Donald Cerrone but lost twice to Dustin Poirier. His most recent fight against Poirier took place in July 2021.
