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Dana White Signals McGregor’s Summer UFC Return Is Near

White says the UFC is close to finalizing his comeback without naming an opponent or date.

Overview

  • In a Thursday interview with Jim Rome, Dana White said he is extremely confident Conor McGregor will fight this summer.
  • The UFC has not announced an opponent or event, though multiple reports point to UFC 329 on July 11 in Las Vegas during International Fight Week.
  • Max Holloway is widely reported as the leading candidate for the matchup, but nothing has been signed and the UFC has not confirmed the pairing.
  • White cited recent training footage and said talks are in a great place, while some outlets report an official announcement could come within days.
  • McGregor has not competed since July 2021, when he broke his leg against Dustin Poirier, and a planned 2024 return versus Michael Chandler collapsed after a toe injury.