McGregor Open to 'No Name' Opponent
Conor McGregor revealed he may accept a fight against a "no name" opponent for his UFC return, indicating willingness to step back into the Octagon under almost any circumstances. McGregor stated "a fight is on the table" but has yet to confirm an opponent or event.
- Conor McGregor's last fight was on July 10, 2021, where he lost to Dustin Poirier by TKO due to a doctor's stoppage. - The fight was stopped after McGregor suffered a broken tibia and fibula in his left leg at the end of the first round. - In 2023, McGregor coached season 31 of *The Ultimate Fighter* against Michael Chandler, with the expectation that the two would fight afterward. - Chandler's team of veteran fighters dominated the season, with all four finalists for the bantamweight and lightweight contracts coming from his team. - A scheduled fight between McGregor and Chandler for UFC 303 in June 2024 was ultimately canceled after McGregor sustained a broken toe during training. - McGregor has been vocal about returning for a potential UFC event at the White House and has claimed on social media to have accepted an opponent and date, pending a contract. - UFC CEO Dana White has contradicted McGregor's announcements, stating that a fight is not official until the promotion announces it. - The discussion of a "no name" opponent is a significant departure for McGregor, who has almost exclusively faced high-profile opponents in main events since 2015.
