Dana White, the president of the UFC, strongly suggests that Conor McGregor may be nearing retirement from mixed martial arts, a surprising turn for a fighter who once dominated the sport. The possibility of a final fight for the Irish superstar seems increasingly unlikely, according to White.
White maintains that McGregor’s impact isn’t what it once was, and he’s less enthusiastic about promoting another McGregor bout. He specifically noted that a potential matchup with Michael Chandler is now “sporting sense,” having missed its window years ago.
Dana White’s Assessment of Conor McGregor
Regarding a planned UFC event at the White House later this year, White confirmed that McGregor’s participation is not confirmed and isn’t even being seriously considered. This news has dampened hopes among fans eager to see the legendary fighter compete, especially on such a high-profile stage.
Dana White sentenced Conor McGregor’s future in the UFC. (GETTY IMAGES)
“The first UFC card is on January 24. After that show, we will start working on the White House fights. That must have happened a couple of years ago,” White told media outlets. When asked directly about a McGregor versus Chandler fight at the White House, his response was blunt: “No, not at all.”
Jorge Masvidal recently suggested he has positive news regarding his future, hinting at a possible fight with McGregor, leveraging his claim of being a favorite of Donald Trump. However, these remain unsubstantiated rumors, and the prevailing sentiment points toward the end of McGregor’s career.
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Key Takeaways
- Dana White believes Conor McGregor is leaning towards confirming his retirement from the UFC.
- White has dismissed the possibility of a fight between McGregor and Michael Chandler at the White House.
- The UFC is planning a significant event at the White House sometime in the mid-year.
