UFC President Dana White confirmed that former two-division champion Conor McGregor will not return to the Octagon until 2024. The delay is due to a broken toe sustained by McGregor, pushing back his highly anticipated matchup against Michael Chandler.
Conor McGregor’s highly anticipated return to the UFC against Michael Chandler has been postponed due to a broken toe sustained during training. The Irish fighter, known for his aggressive fighting style, explained that he couldn’t justify fighting with an injury and would prioritize a full recovery for his comeback.
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The brand new £365m Co-op Live arena in Manchester will host its first-ever sporting event this summer, with the Ultimate Fighting Competition (UFC) set to take place on Saturday, 23 July. It will be the UFC’s first European event of 2024 and marks a significant moment for the world’s premier mixed martial arts organisation. The event will begin with prelims at 11pm BST, followed by the main card airing at 3am BST. UFC Fight Club members will have the opportunity to purchase tickets first on Wednesday, 6th June, at 9am, while those who registered their interest to the event will gain access to a special pre-sale which starts at 10am on Thursday, 7th June. Tickets will then go on general sale from 10am on Friday, 8th June, via Ticketmaster.
Michael Chandler expects to defeat Conor McGregor in their upcoming UFC 303 bout, even suggesting it could be McGregor’s last fight. Despite McGregor acknowledging ring rust, Chandler’s dedication to training and tactical planning has earned him the support of experts and fans alike. While McGregor retains a loyal following, Chandler aims to exploit his inactivity and capitalize on his aggressive fighting style.
