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Conor McGregor's UFC Return Pushed to 2025, Sparking Frustration. UFC President Dana White confirmed that Conor McGregor will not return to the Octagon this year, despite McGregor's earlier hopes of a 2024 comeback, ABC News reports. McGregor took to social media, expressing his desire to fight in December 2024, urging UFC to reconsider the timeline and allow him to close out the year with a fight. McGregor's return was initially set for June 2024 against Michael Chandler, but a broken toe forced him to withdraw, delaying his comeback. The former champion has been out of action since July 2021, after suffering a leg break in his fight against Dustin Poirier, leaving fans eager for his return. Michael Chandler, McGregor's expected opponent, expressed disappointment on social media, signaling that the fight may not happen this year. Recent public appearances where McGregor was seen drinking raised concerns about his readiness, potentially influencing the decision to delay his return. With major UFC events already lined up for the year, including the likely headliner Jon Jones in November, McGregor’s return would need to fit into an already packed schedule. White did not clarify if McGregor's recent actions directly influenced the decision, but there is growing concern about how long fans might have to wait for his comeback. With the latest updates, it appears McGregor’s return to the UFC could be delayed well into 2025, far longer than initially anticipated.
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