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Dana White unsure Conor McGregor can fight this year after UFC 303 withdrawal: ‘Our schedule is laid out’

Dana White unsure Conor McGregor can fight his year after UFC 303 injury our schedule is laid out Despite revealing plans to compete as soon as August amid his exit from next weekend’s UFC 303 card during…

Despite revealing plans to compete as soon as August amid his exit from next weekend’s UFC 303 card during International Fight Week, Conor McGregor’s plans to come back this year may have already been quashed by Dana White, who confirmed the promotion’s schedule for the annum is already in effect.

McGregor, a former undisputed lightweight and featherweight gold holder, was forced to withdraw from next weekend’s scheduled welterweight fight with Michael Chandler, revealing he suffered a fractured toe just three weeks before the bout in Las Vegas.

And appearing at Bellator Champions Series 3 tonight in his native Dublin, former duel-weight champion, McGregor revealed he was already working toward a “new date” for his comeback.

“You know, I’m still here rocking away,” Conor McGregor said. “I had a little lapse of concentration and I had to reschedule the bout, so I’m a little upset about that. But it’s keeping me dialed in, it’s keeping me focused. I can’t rock around like I’m out there showing up, like I’m out there doing my job. The job is not done, so that’s not bad for someone like me.”

“I’m onwards towards the new date, and take my lessons learned, it was a lapse in concentration,” Conor McGregor continued. If I was any of these other little bums that can’t move, that have no footwork they don’t rely on their skills… then I would be ok. And I’ve done it before, I’ve made the walk on a multitude of times under those circumstances and given these byums an advantage over me that they don’t even deserve.”

Dana White unsure if Conor McGregor can fight this year

However, speaking with assembled media following UFC Saudi Arabia tonight, the aforenoted, White claimed that the schedule for the remainder of 2024 was already planned, calling into question whether McGregor could compete as soon as he desired.

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“I don’t know right now,” Dana White said. “Yeah, our [the UFC’s] schedule is laid out so, we’ll see. I’m not doing anything until I know that Conor (McGregor) is healthy. It’s not even worth talking about until – you know, ‘What about September, what about October?’ He’s not ready so why even talk about that?”

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Conor McGregor provides update after UFC 303 exit, plans return: ‘I’m onwards towards the new date’

Former two-weight champion, Conor McGregor appears already working toward a return to the Octagon following the cancellation of his…

Former two-weight champion, Conor McGregor appears already working toward a return to the Octagon following the cancellation of his slated comeback next weekend at UFC 303 – claiming a “new date” for his return to fighting is already on his mind.

McGregor, a former undisputed lightweight and featherweight champion, has been sidelined for the las three years, fracturing his left tibia and fibula in an opening round doctor’s stoppage TKO loss to former interim gold holder, Dustin Poirier.

And slated to return next weekend at UFC 303 during International Fight Week, Dublin striker, McGregor confirmed a fractured toe on his left foot forced him to withdraw from a booked welterweight clash against lightweight contender, Michael Chandler.

Receiving major flak from the likes of both undisputed featherweight champion, Ilia Topuria, and lightweight kingpin, Islam Makhachev, respectively – McGregor appeared in the Bellator MMA cage tonight in his native Dubliner, after cornering close friend and teammate, Sinead Kavanagh.

Conor McGregor provides update on return date

And following the featherweight contender’s guillotine choke submission loss to Arlene Blencowe, McGregor provided an insight into his injury and planned his future return to the UFC.

“You know, I’m still here rocking away,” Conor McGregor told Dan Hardy. “I had a little lapse of concentration and I had to reschedule the bout, so I’m a little upset about that. But it’s keeping me dialed in, it’s keeping me focused. I can’t rock around like I’m out there showing up, like I’m out there doing my job. The job is not done, so that’s not bad for someone like me.”

Conor McGregor Says ‘I Will Never Lose Another Fight’ and Won’t Fight Injured Again

You can’t lose a fight if you don’t fight in the first place. UFC star Conor McGregor made two proclamations on Saturday. He said he doesn’t intend to suffer…

Ilia Topuria mocks Conor McGregor amid toe injury, UFC 303 withdrawal: ‘You are mentally broken’

Undisputed featherweight champion, Ilia Topuria is the latest prominent voice to chime in on the injury-stricken, Conor McGregor –…

Undisputed featherweight champion, Ilia Topuria is the latest prominent voice to chime in on the injury-stricken, Conor McGregor – claiming the ex-champion is “mentally broken” amid his exit from a UFC 303 return fight next weekend.

Topuria, the current undisputed featherweight champion, headlined UFC 298 back in February against former pound-for-pound number one, Alexander Volkanovski landing a stunning second round KO win to snatch the divisional crown.

As for McGregor, the former two-weight champion withdraw from a scheduled welterweight return against Michael Chandler next weekend at UFC 303, suffering a fractured toe on his left foot – sidelining him for an expected period of two months.

Finding himself on the receiving end of criticizm from the likes of former champion, Rafael dos Anjos, as well as Chael Sonnen – and most notably Islam Makhachev – who labelled him a “chicken” in a fiery social media rant.

Ilia Topuria hits out at Conor McGregor

Adding to the list of fighters to hit out at the Dubliner, unbeaten featherweight star, Topuria claimed McGregor was “mentally broken” – before calling him a “b*tch” for withdrawing from UFC 303.

“You are mentally broken,” Ilia Topuria posted in response to Conor McGregor. “That is your biggest lesson. You doubt yourself, your abilities, your preparation, that’s why you don’t show up. You are a b*tch.”

You are mentally broken. That is your biggest lesson. You doubt yourself, your abilities, your preparation, that's why you don't show up. You are a bitch. https://t.co/1Uy9YaLSqK

— Ilia Topuria (@Topuriailia) June 22, 2024

Expected to make his return potentially in the final quarter of this year, Spanish star, Topuria has been widely linked with a showdown with recently-minted symbolic BMF title fight against former undisputed featherweight kingpin, Max Holloway.

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UFC star Conor McGregor vows to win every fight for the rest of his career: ‘I will never lose another fight’

Forced from a UFC 303 return next weekend, former two-weight champion, Conor McGregor has vowed to win every remaining…

Forced from a UFC 303 return next weekend, former two-weight champion, Conor McGregor has vowed to win every remaining fight in his career in combat sports, after a toe injury ruled him from a comeback against Michael Chandler.

McGregor, a former undisputed lightweight and featherweight gold holder, has been sidelined for the last three years, suffering a first round doctor’s stoppage TKO defeat to Dustin Poirier after fracturing his left tibia and fibula in the opening round of their showdown.

And slated to return at welterweight next weekend at UFC 303 during International Fight Week, McGregor withdrew from a scheduled clash with Chandler, after fracturing a toe on his left foot, expected to sideline him for a potential two month period.

Receiving flak from the likes of current lightweight champion, Islam Makhachev – who labelled him a “chicken” for wtihdrawing from UFC 303, as well as one-time scheduled foe, Rafael dos Anjos, McGregor described the injury setback as “gut-wrenching’.

“Man we were so f*cking super ready for this fight it is absolutely gut-wrenching to take,” Conor McGregor posted on his official Instagram account. “I want that new Bugatti how I gone (sic) justify to myself getting that now without banking these fights. We had a lapse in concentration and engaged in a training session without wearing the full protective gear and I hit the toe off the elbow and broke the toe clean. It needs a few weeks that’s it. I couldn’t justify to my team, or fans, that I make the walk hindered again.”

“That walk has to be seen,” Conor McGregor wrote. “This next walk has got to be, and it will be, 100% Conor McGregor. The fans deserve it and we are getting close. A slight lapse in concentration and a nuisance of an injury was picked up. That’s it. Take the lesson and move forward. I will get this back, I’ve got too. I’ve got two fights left on my contract. I’ve got Bugattis and more yachts on my mind. I’m coming to shine. I gotta just take my time.”

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“Cos I still got yachts and Bentleys and mansions and all the rest,” Conor McGregor continued. “Ya know yaself (sic). But ya get me, I’ll be back. See ya’s soon. See ya at the top. Chandler or now. #McGtheRealBMF #McGregorForever #GoingNowhere”

Conor McGregor vows to never lose a fight again

And on social media this Saturday afternoon, McGregor vowed to both never compete whilst carrying an injury into a fight again, as well as claiming he would never suffer defeat in the remainder of his combat sports career.

“I will never enter a fight hurt again and I will never lose another fight,” Conor McGregor posted on his official X account.

I will never enter a fight hurt again and I will never lose another fight.

— Conor McGregor (@TheNotoriousMMA) June 22, 2024

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Islam Makhachev rips ‘Chicken’ Conor McGregor for exiting UFC 303: ‘You don’t need a pinkie toe for a fight’

Undisputed lightweight champion, Islam Makhachev has branded arch-rival, Conor McGregor a “chicken” for his decision to withdraw from UFC…

Undisputed lightweight champion, Islam Makhachev has branded arch-rival, Conor McGregor a “chicken” for his decision to withdraw from UFC 303 next weekend through injury – after the Dubliner revealed he suffered a fractured toe, forcing him from his comeback fight.

Makhachev, the current undisputed lightweight kingpin and pound-for-pound number one fighter on the promotion’s book, headlined UFC 302 just last month, successfully defending his title with a fifth round D’Arce choke submission win against common-foe, Dustin Poirier.

And forced from a return at UFC 303 next weekend during International Fight Week, McGregor confirmed he suffered a fractured toe on his left foot, revealing he would not enter his return fight “hindered” – but vowed to return soon.

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“Cos I still got yachts and Bentleys and mansions and all the rest,” Conor McGregor continued. “Ya know yaself (sic). But ya get me, I’ll be back. See ya’s soon. See ya at the top. Chandler or not. #McGtheRealBMF #McGregorForever #GoingNowhere”

Islam Makhachev hits out at Conor McGregor again

And largely receiving flak for his decision to withdraw from UFC 303 through a toe injury, McGregor was mocked by current lightweight best, Makhachev – who labelled him a “chicken” for exiting the card.

“You don’t need a pinkie toe for a fight lol,” Islam Makhachev posted on his official X account. “Chicken.”

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