Conor McGregor has expressed curiosity in going through newly topped UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev. Makhachev defeated Jacques Della Maddalena in a dominant wrestling efficiency at UFC 322, becoming a member of the checklist of UFC two-division champions.
McGregor is at present getting ready for his long-awaited return to the UFC. He’s again within the testing pool, hitting the gymnasium recurrently and sharing his newest coaching clips on social media to construct buzz about his return.
The 2-time UFC champion and his potential opponent Michael Chandler have confirmed they’ll battle on the UFC White Home card subsequent 12 months. Nonetheless, the identical has not been confirmed within the promotion.
‘Iron’ and ‘The Infamous’ had been the top coaches of their opponents at TUF 31 in 2023 and had been additionally scheduled to battle at UFC 303 till Dublin withdrew with a toe damage.
McGregor lately advised Bloody Elbow whereas pouring drinks at a membership that he desires a 3rd UFC belt and plans to chase it if he passes Chandler.
“I need to get a crack on the 170-pound belt to get a shot on the Triple Crown. It’s going to be a very good battle. Southpaw vs. southpaw.
Try Conor McGregor’s feedback beneath.
Regardless of McGregor’s feud with Crew Khabib, the Irishman has lately praised Makhachev. In the identical dialog with Bloody Elbow, he added:
“It was a very good efficiency from (Islam). Honest play to him. He had the braveness to go up. I am enthusiastic about it.”
Conor McGregor expects UFC to be accredited by White Home by February 2026
UFC CEO Dana White beforehand stated the promotion would start planning for the White Home 2026 card in February 2026. Conor McGregor additionally reaffirmed the identical within the video above. he stated:
“The White Home is getting ready. We’re ready for full approval. They’re saying they’re going to be in contact round February to start out contract negotiations and matchmaking orders. So I am simply preparing within the gymnasium twice a day.”
