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UFC News: Conor McGregor Throws a Lifeline to Dana White With Epic UFC 300 Return

Published 01/27/2024, 12:01 AM EST

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Conor McGregor has dropped a massive bombshell on social media! The MMA fandom is eagerly awaiting any news concerning his return to the Octagon since his comeback against Michael Chandler after the TUF 31 season last year was scrapped. McGregor had also recently claimed that he would be making his return on June 29, at middleweight, against Chandler. But UFC CEO Dana White clarified that no such plans have been finalized by the promotion yet!

However, in a recent post on X, McGregor has dropped a stunning message that may provide some relief to White and his fans! And his return may become a part of the highly anticipated and historic, UFC 300 card!

Conor McGregor shakes up the MMA world with a recent update on UFC 300

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In a post shared on X, “The Notorious stated, “McGregor on 300 seals the deal”, highlighting the fact that his addition to the card may be the final piece of the puzzle. His opponent Michael Chandler had also recently teased his involvement in the card, and as such, McGregor’s comments indicate that the UFC and Dana White may finally have a marquee fight to feature on the landmark event!

If McGregor indeed secures a spot on UFC 300, it could elevate the landmark event to unprecedented heights, creating anticipation and buzz within the MMA community. As details unfold, fans remain on the edge of their seats, eager to witness the next chapter in McGregor’s storied career! However, as of now, there have been no confirmations by the UFC regarding his involvement in the card.

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But as the fans wait for more news regarding this action-packed bout, Michael Chandler has recently revealed that he is willing to take on McGregor at any weight-class with only one goal in mind when he steps into the cage against ‘The Notorious’!

Michael Chandler wants an “epic battleground” against McGregor

In a recent announcement on his YouTube channel, Michael Chandler has responded to Conor McGregor’s statements about their highly anticipated matchup. While McGregor had previously declared the fight’s date as June 29 and the weight class as middleweight, Chandler emphasized that the UFC is yet to officially announce the matchup.

As such, Chandler revealed, “Do I believe the fight is at 185? Heck, I’m game. The weight class does not matter. Two guys that weigh the same. Two guys that weigh the same…ish. Conor and I are within three to five pounds of each other.”

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While also acknowledging the speculation about rankings and the impact of a win on their respective standings, Chandler emphasized that his primary focus is settling the score with McGregor. He stated, “I want battlegrounds of epic proportions, I want to stand in the cage with that man, I want to break that man’s will…”

This response from Chandler adds an intriguing layer to the buildup of their clash, introducing flexibility regarding the weight class and emphasizing the intensity of their impending showdown. As fans await the official confirmation from the UFC, the statements from both fighters continue to fuel anticipation for the highly awaited bout!

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I am Dushyant Patni, a UFC writer at EssentiallySports. My passion for Mixed Martial Arts started because my father used to be a boxer and a martial arts fanatic. It passed down to me as my first pair of boxing gloves were his old ones! Prior to joining EssentiallySports, I honed my writing and editing skills across various organizations as a writer and an editor.
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