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Photo: Conor McGregor (Instagram) UFC President Dana White announced that Conor McGregor will not fight in 2024.  McGregor is still recovering from serious leg injuries he suffered in a fight against Dustin Poirier in July 2021. McGregor had hoped to make a comeback, and there were talks of a fight against Michael Chandler .  The two had even coached against each other in the reality show "The Ultimate Fighter." However, McGregor recently broke a toe during training, which has delayed his return. Photo: Conor McGregor (Instagram) McGregor had hinted at a possible fight in December, but it now looks like fans will have to wait until 2025 to see him in the octagon again. Chandler, who was excited about a possible match with McGregor, is now unsure about what's next. "I believe the Conor fight will happen, but right now, things are still being discussed," Chandler said. He added that while he respects McGregor, his own career isn't dependent on this one fi...

Photo: Instagram/Conor McGregor Conor McGregor is having a hard time dealing with not fighting at UFC 303. McGregor was set to make a comeback against Michael Chandler at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, but he had to pull out due to a broken pinky toe. He hasn't fought since his leg injury in a TKO loss to Dustin Poirier in July 2021. The UFC quickly found a new main event : a light heavyweight title fight rematch between champion Alex Pereira and Jiri Prochazka. They also added a co-main event with featherweights Diego Lopes and Brian Ortega. Photo: Instagram/Conor McGregor As International Fight Week continues, McGregor feels left out. He tweeted about his deep mental pain and thanked his fans for their support. Despite wanting to return in the fall, UFC CEO Dana White recently dismissed the possibility of McGregor's comeback in August, September, or October. Read Next: Paige VanZant Wins Power Slap Debut With Two Knockdowns Source: Yahoo Sports  

Photo: Instagram/Dustin Poirier Dustin Poirier , a highly respected UFC fighter known as "The Diamond," has achieved much in his career but believes one thing is still missing: the undisputed UFC world title. Poirier, recognized for his thrilling performances earning him the nickname "Fight of the Night," has faced tough competition in both the lightweight and featherweight divisions, crafting an impressive resume. However, he feels his journey won't be complete without the undisputed title. Reflecting on his interim title win in 2019, Poirier emphasized its significance, having defeated Max Holloway , then the reigning featherweight champion, on a 12-fight win streak. Despite this accomplishment, Poirier acknowledges the interim belt is not the same as being undisputed. Photo: Instagram/Dustin Poirier Expressing his determination, Poirier stated, "I said it over and over again. That’s the last spot. What else can I do in this sport?" With his upcoming...

Photo: Instagram/Dustin Poirier Dustin Poirier , the popular American UFC fighter, might retire after his title fight against Islam Makhachev at UFC 302. The bout, set for June 1, is Poirier's third attempt to win the undisputed lightweight title. Poirier, 35, previously held the interim lightweight title in 2019 but lost the unification bout to Khabib Nurmagomedov by submission. In 2021, he challenged for the gold again but was submitted by Charles Oliveira . Now, as he prepares to face Makhachev, Poirier admits this could be his last fight if he doesn't win. “I’m not going to climb the ladder again,” Poirier told CBS on May 23. “I’ve been doing this a long time. It’s a very selfish sport. I’m ready to be a father and be a husband and be home and be into a routine.” Photo: Instagram/Dustin Poirier Poirier expressed that, win or lose, he wants to be content with his career. “Of course, I’m looking at the brighter side and trying to be positive that I’m going to finish the sto...

Photo: Instagram/Dustin Poirier Defying his previous preference for household names or particularly meaningful fights, Dustin Poirier opens up about his decision to face Benoit Saint-Denis in the co-main event at UFC 299 in an unexpected turn of events. Poirier, who witnessed Saint-Denis's impressive performance last November, initially doubted a potential matchup but found motivation in the rising star's hungry pursuit. Speaking on "The MMA Hour," Poirier clarified, "I needed something to get me up in the morning. I respect this sport, and I'm 35 years old now. This guy is a young, hungry lion who is on a streak. Photo: Instagram/Dustin Poirier Somebody gave me my shot to crack in, so I respect the game. That's what I'm doing. Let's see if I still (can do it). March 9, buy the pay-per-view and we'll see. We'll find out." Despite the bout not being for a title and lacking headliner status, Poirier successfully negotiated for a five-r...

Photo: Instagram/Conor McGregor Conor McGregor wasted no time in reigniting his feud with Justin Gaethje after Gaethje's impressive victory over Dustin Poirier , crowning him the UFC's second BMF champion. Despite McGregor's two-year absence due to a broken leg, he's eager to face Gaethje and expressed his intentions on Twitter, stating he'll "slap [Gaethje] around" and asserting his claim as the real BMF. The rivalry between McGregor and Gaethje dates back to 2019 when they were supposed to fight, but an injury thwarted the bout. This recent exchange on social media indicates that tensions between them are far from subsiding. McGregor is also set to face Michael Chandler later in the year, though official confirmation awaits his USADA testing completion. Photo: Instagram/Conor McGregor Gaethje's victory over Poirier was impressive, culminating with a powerful head kick that secured his new BMF champion title. However, McGregor seemed unimpressed wit...

Photo: Instagram/Conor McGregor Conor McGregor expressed his gratitude to his devoted fans as he departed a luxurious hotel in New York City alongside his fiancée and children, acknowledging their unwavering support during a tumultuous period while he remains under investigation for alleged rape in Florida . The 34-year-old UFC superstar conveyed his appreciation, stating, "Thank you so much for the support, appreciate the support," in response to TMZ Sports ' inquiry about the message he wished to convey to his millions of followers. Although McGregor is currently being scrutinized in Miami due to accusations made by a woman who alleged he sexually assaulted her following Game 4 of the NBA Finals between the Heat and Nuggets at the Kaseya Center, he vehemently denies the claims and has not faced any arrests or charges. Photo: Instagram/Conor McGregor The overwhelming presence of supporters gathered outside The Peninsula, an opulent Manhattan hotel, is a testament to the...

Photo: Instagram/Conor McGregor Conor McGregor , the former two-weight world champion, was eager for a trilogy fight against Dustin Poirier following his defeat at UFC 257. Recently released footage reveals McGregor's relentless pursuit of the bout just days after his loss. McGregor, who suffered a second-round knockout in their Abu Dhabi rematch in January 2021, desired a quick return to the octagon to face his rival in May. Initially, he requested the trilogy fight to be for the lightweight title, which had been vacated by Khabib Nurmagomedov , but his wish was not granted, and instead, he secured a non-title match scheduled for July. Photo: Instagram/Conor McGregor In the documentary "McGregor Forever" on Netflix, McGregor, accompanied by his then-agent Tim Simpson and long-time manager Audie Attar, can be seen advocating for the trilogy fight. Simpson, who has since parted ways with McGregor to start his own agency, insisted on a May or June date for the fight, while...

Photo: Instagram/Conor McGregor  Conor McGregor 's claim that he only needs to pass two clean drug tests to return to the UFC has been disputed by the UFC's drug testing partner, the US Anti-Doping Agency (USADA). McGregor has been out of the testing pool while recovering from a broken leg he sustained in a loss to Dustin Poirier in July 2021. According to McGregor, the two clean tests are all he needs to be cleared for a return to the UFC. Photo: Instagram/Conor McGregor  However, USADA has a different set of guidelines that includes being back in the testing pool for six months before returning to competition. USADA issued a statement disputing McGregor's claims that a meeting had been set up for his return to competition, stating that they have not received notice of his return. They emphasized that the rules require athletes to make themselves available for testing six months before returning to competition, in addition to passing two negative tests. This rule is in...

Photo: Instagram/Dustin Poirier UFC star Dustin Poirier has slapped a fan who mocked his wife with a Conor McGregor catchphrase sign at a Mardi Gras parade. Poirier has been in a long-standing rivalry with McGregor, and the pair have exchanged verbal barbs on social media since their last fight in July 2021, with McGregor vowing to continue their feud. The fan held up a sign with the words "Your wife is in my dm's" that McGregor had used to mock Poirier previously. Photo: Instagram/Dustin Poirier  Poirier caught sight of the sign and slapped the heckler as he drove by in his truck, which surprised the fan. The UFC star continued to gesture at the fan, who was separated by the distance between the truck and his viewpoint. Fans on social media praised Poirier's response, with some suggesting he should have done more. McGregor's X-rated rant, which introduced Poirier's wife to their rivalry, was seen as crossing a line by many. The Irishman will return to the oct...