Conor McGregor has caused another rumble in the MMA sphere! ‘The Notorious’s return to the Octagon has become a massive source of speculation since the abrupt cancellation of his UFC 303 bout against Michael Chandler. Suffering from a toe injury, McGregor withdrew from the bout on short notice, leaving the fans wondering if they’ll get to see him compete in 2024 or not.

UFC CEO Dana White had also recently indicated that while the Irishman was ready to fight again, he wasn’t sure about the comeback happening this year. At a recent DWCS (Dana White Contender Series) post-event press conference, the UFC boss had shared, “…yeah, he wants to fight. So we’ll figure it out. Not this year. He won’t fight this year.” However, in a new social media update, Conor McGregor has made a bold proclamation!

Conor McGregor shakes up the MMA world with the latest announcement of his return

In response to Dana White’s claims that Conor McGregor wouldn’t be fighting in 2024, the Irishman took to X to demand a December date from the UFC. Now, it appears that things might have been set in motion as the ‘The Notorious’ has made another stunning revelation. McGregor stated, “THE UFC LOVE AND WANT ME FOR DECEMBER! I AM READY.”

While the post may raise some eyebrows, it’s not just McGregor who has made the confirmation. Michael Chandler, who has been waiting to take on the Irishman since their appearance on TUF 31 as coaches, also affirmed that he’s up for the new date. On ‘Iron’s X account he shared, “December it is (handshake emoji)” 

Will ‘The Notorious’ one finally grace the Octagon with his presence in December? It remains to be seen, but it looks like things are heading in the right direction with the Irishman recently sharing that his toe injury has also healed up!

Despite not getting into the Octagon against one another, Chandler and McGregor haven’t stopped firing shots on social media. In a recent video online, McGregor showed off his striking skills by hitting a wall-mounted pad without gloves on. Chandler replied by asking the Irishman to show his “bare foot knuckles” instead.

The Irishman responded by firing back and stating, “Hey bum beggar — the foot is fully healed”. With the injury now healed and both men agreeing to a December date, what does it mean for Dana White’s previous claims that McGregor won’t be fighting this year? According to Chandler, that may just have been a ploy from the UFC boss!

Michael Chandler reveals Dana White’s intentions behind sharing “misinformation”  

The MMA fandom has been on a roller coaster ride with all the twists and turns in the Chandler vs McGregor saga. Dana White had recently cast a shadow on the fight happening in 2024 with his remarks but according to ‘Iron’, the UFC boss may have done that for a particular reason.

In a recent interview with TMZ Sports, Chandler revealed that, “His job is also sometimes to give you misinformation, so sometimes, saying that the fight isn’t happening this year might mean that this fight is happening this year.”

The former Bellator champion also claimed that both he and McGregor are ready to sign a contract and the ball is now in the promotion’s court. As the countdown to December begins, the anticipation is electric, with fans ready to witness the return of ‘The Notorious’! Do you think Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler’s fight will happen in December? Why or Why not? Let us know in the comments below!