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Many MMA fans remember the legacy Conor McGregor left. One of the most recognizable fighters of all time had one of the highest peaks in the UFC’s history.
After a loss to Dustin Poirier in July 2021, the UFC fighter took a long break from fighting and left fans speculating about when “The Notorious” would be returning.
Now, according to Dana White, McGregor’s return is closer than ever and he is in “a great place” to return.
Here’s the latest on White’s statements about the former world champion returning to the octagon.
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What did Dana White say about Conor McGregor?
Ahead of Saturday’s UFC 328 event in New Jersey, the UFC president and CEO shared his beliefs that Conor was in “a great place” regarding the stages of a potential return. The idea has been sought after for a while, but now it seems to be approaching more seriously. Here is what White said to Jim Rome on Thursday night.
“We’re in a great place with Conor. I’m extremely confident that Conor will fight this year.”@DanaWhite says Conor McGregor has NOT fought for the last time in #UFC. pic.twitter.com/y9P7AiOFE3
— Jim Rome (@jimrome) May 7, 2026
“We’re in a great place with Conor, said White. “I’m extremely confident that Conor will fight this year.”
Seeing McGregor again would be a welcome sight for many UFC fans, as many remember when he captivated the world with his stellar form.
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When was Conor McGregor’s last fight?
McGregor’s last walk in the octagon came on July 10, 2021. The Irish fighter was a headliner fight during UFC 264.
McGregor fought Poirier for their trilogy fight, which McGregor lost via TKO after a doctor’s stoppage.
McGregor suffered a broken tibia in the fight’s opening round. This victory gave Poirier a 2-1 series lead. Here is the Irishman’s post-fight interview from still inside the octagon.
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Conor McGregor UFC record
McGregor’s UFC record to date is 22-6-0. While his career saw a win streak of 15 fights in a row, spanning from Feb. 12, 2011 to Dec. 12, 2015, “The Notorious” lost three of his final four fights.
McGregor has held two active UFC championship belts simultaneously and four major MMA titles in total. He was the first fighter in UFC history to hold titles in different weight classes at the same time (as a featherweight and lightweight).
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How old is Conor McGregor
McGregor is currently 37 years old. He was born on July 14, 1988, in Dublin, Ireland. He will turn 38 this July.