Overview
- Appearing on CBS’s New Year’s Eve broadcast, Michael Chandler said it “sounds like” he will face Conor McGregor on the White House South Lawn this summer.
- Conor McGregor recently posted a “June 14, 2026. The Return.” promo on social media that hinted at the White House card.
- Despite the public signaling, the UFC and Dana White have not announced McGregor’s participation or a McGregor vs. Chandler matchup.
- McGregor’s 18‑month anti‑doping suspension for whereabouts failures ends March 20, 2026, which would make him eligible to compete in June pending other clearances.
- Reaction has been split, with many fans expressing skepticism and noting Chandler’s three‑fight skid and 2–5 UFC record as reasons for caution.