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‘Blood, sweat, tears’… Conor McGregor gives fans a glimpse into his UFC comeback camp

Conor McGregor appears to be laser-focused on making a return to MMA in 2026. ‘Notorious’ hasn’t fought since breaking his leg during a trilogy bout with Dustin Poirier at UFC 264 five years ago.

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Conor McGregor sends Dana White a message in his latest UFC comeback promise: ‘Get ready…’

Conor McGregor is continuing to predict big things for 2026. The former two-division UFC champion has not entered the Octagon since July 2021, when he fell to a second loss of that year.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / January 7

Conor McGregor Eyes White House Spectacle With Floyd Mayweather MMA Rematch

Conor McGregor has never been subtle about how he wants to return to the spotlight and for 2026, he’s aiming as big as it gets. Last year, U.S. President Donald Trump and UFC CEO Dana White announced plans for a historic UFC event on the White House lawn as part of celebrations marking the United States’ 250th anniversary.

MMA News / HITC / January 7

What Conor McGregor told Mike Tyson before calling out Floyd Mayweather for UFC White House

It’s 2026, and UFC fans may be closer than ever to seeing Conor McGregor return to the octagon. With the announcement of a UFC card at the White House this June, McGregor said he is aiming to make his long-awaited comeback on that event.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / January 6

Conor McGregor Boldly Challenges Floyd Mayweather to UFC White House Fight

In 2017, Conor McGregor and Floyd Mayweather transcended their sports, creating a crossover event that shattered financial records and captivated a global audience.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 6

Conor McGregor offers Floyd Mayweather rematch at UFC White House event

Conor McGregor is keen to rematch Floyd Mayweather – and wants to cash in the boxing legend’s offer of an MMA fight. McGregor and Mayweather infamously competed in the second highest-selling pay-per-view of all time back in 2017.

Conor McGregor News / HITC / January 6

Conor McGregor turns painful UFC defeat into message of hope for homeless man in new video

Conor McGregor has found a new way to look back on one of the toughest moments of his fighting career. Michael Chandler remains focused on being the one to welcome McGregor back into the Octagon later this year, a return that would be one of the most anticipated in recent memory.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 5

Paulo Costa Makes a Public Plea in Conor McGregor’s Recent UFC White House Training Clips

Conor McGregor either has some inside knowledge or is overly confident. It’s likely to be the latter, especially since neither the UFC nor Dana White has yet made an official announcement regarding the UFC White House card in June this year.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 4

Max Holloway bounced back from his Conor McGregor loss with this brutal ‘Knockout of the Night’

Max Holloway’s legendary winning streak began 12 years ago today. Holloway is one of the leading fan favorites in the UFC and is among the greatest featherweights of all time, having risen to greatness after an inconsistent start in the promotion.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 4

Conor McGregor Wields More Power in UFC Than Jon Jones and Alex Pereira, Claims Insider

Conor McGregor, holding the status of MMA’s biggest star, isn’t really a mystery to anyone. What is surprising, though, is how ‘The Notorious’ managed to keep that aura intact despite being inactive for over five years.

Trump Family Promises $23 Million to 'MMA’s Most Prominent Investor' Conor McGregor

“Welcome aboard, my friend and now business partner, Donald Trump Jr.,” wrote Conor McGregor on X last year, teasing a new partnership between the Trump family and his MMA venture, MMA Inc.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 3

Ex-UFC title challenger was KO’d in his Octagon debut years before matching Conor McGregor milestone

On this day in 2015, a UFC star’s debut didn’t go to plan. We’ve seen the likes of the Joe Rogan approved Ateba Gautier produce incredibly impressive debut years in the UFC in 2025.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 3

Jon Anik Floats Better Options Than Michael Chandler for Conor McGregor’s White House Return

“That’s the plan,” said Michael Chandler at New Year’s Eve Live Nashville Big Bash, hinting that his long-awaited fight against Conor McGregor at the UFC White House event is in the works.

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MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 3

Conor McGregor’s Two-Word Message to Dana White Revives UFC Plea That Changed Everything

Sometimes the loudest moments don’t involve speeches. They come quietly, nestled inside memory, and resurface when the timing feels intentional. Conor McGregor reminded everyone of it this week, not with a shoutout or a rant, but with a look back.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 2

Jon Anik names surprising preferred alternative to Michael Chandler for Conor McGregor’s White House return

The UFC commentator has downplayed the fight that could headline the White House event. Conor McGregor’s last win inside the Octagon came in January of 2020 when he stopped Donald Cerrone in just 40 seconds.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 2

Former UFC title challenger who fans want cut from the roster becomes first tested fighter of 2026

The UFC’s test history database has been updated at the start of 2026. While Conor McGregor was suspended for failing to provide his whereabouts, there weren’t too many examples of high-profile penalties being handed out in 2025 in regards to anti-doping.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 1

Conor McGregor reminisces on his last UFC win as he heads into comeback year

Conor McGregor rolled in the New Year by reminiscing on his last UFC win, which happened almost six years ago. The Irishman hasn’t fought since the summer of 2021, when he suffered a gruesome broken leg against Dustin Poirier that sidelined him indefinitely.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 1

Sean O’Malley Labelled 'Racist' by Song Yadong Over Conor McGregor-Style Antics Ahead of UFC 324

With UFC megastar Conor McGregor absent, the promotion left a gap for a trash-talking star, and Sean O’Malley stepped in. From his debut, fans immediately noticed he mirrored McGregor because his trash talk, fighting style, and marketability all reflected the former superstar.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / January 1

Michael Chandler provides Conor McGregor fight update for UFC White House

Continuing his back-and-forth with Conor McGregor and keeping the hype for their rumored clash alive, Michael Chandler has teased an appearance on the UFC White House show.

MMA News / HITC / January 1

5 Conor McGregor fights every MMA fan needs to watch

Conor McGregor has teased a return to the Octagon, reigniting excitement around the former UFC champion’s legendary prime. The Irish superstar recently re-entered the USADA drug-testing pool, with his team openly targeting a comeback fight at the rumored UFC White House event on July 4, 2026.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / December 29

McGregor To Be A Host For BKFC Docuseries

Conor McGregor will be a host of BKFC’s new high-stakes docuseries as the promotion prepares to launch what it calls the most lucrative tournament in combat sports history.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / December 28

Conor McGregor Set for $25M Stint Away From UFC

After a rollercoaster career in the UFC, Conor McGregor stepped up as a promoter last year, and since then, fans have been enjoying his new avatar. He still hasn’t made his comeback inside the Octagon, after over four years since his last fight.

MMA News / HITC / December 22

Conor McGregor’s teammate reacts after unexpected praise despite old feud

‘The Notorious’ did show some class to a teammate earlier this year with an unexpected message. Looking back at UFC 205 in 2016, Eddie Alvarez still is not thrilled about how things went down against Conor McGregor.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / December 12

Conor McGregor weds longtime partner Dee Devlin

Conor McGregor and longtime partner Dee Devlin were married on Friday. TMZ Sports first reported the news. The two were wed at the historic Church of Santo Stefano degli Abissini in Vatican City.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / December 8

Conor McGregor Eyes Historic Third UFC Title: 'I Want a Crack at That 170-Pound Belt'

Conor McGregor says only one thing awaits him if he returns to the Octagon: gold. The former two-division UFC champion has doubled down on his intent to compete at next summer’s historic UFC White House card, which is in active development for June 2026.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / November 25

Conor McGregor: Ibogaine Treatment 'Saved My Life'

,Conor McGregor has re-emerged from his social media blackout claiming he’s a changed man mentally, spiritually, and professionally. The former two-division