Overview

• Conor McGregor has declared his intention to fight in Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC), where he is a minority owner, aiming for a world title in the promotion.
• Despite his announcement, McGregor remains under contract with the UFC for two more fights, and UFC CEO Dana White has not approved his participation in BKFC fights.
• McGregor's UFC return has faced repeated delays, including a toe injury in 2024, and he has yet to register a drug test in the past five months, raising questions about his fighting future.
• Potential opponents for McGregor's BKFC debut include Mike Perry, Jeremy Stephens, and Eddie Alvarez, though these matchups are speculative at this stage.
• McGregor has also hinted at ambitious plans for BKFC's global expansion, including events in Ireland, Dubai, and Australia, potentially competing with UFC's international reach.