Dana White: Conor McGregor will lead the UFC when he returns to fighting
The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Chapter Returns details Irishman Conor McGregor to the performances. The promoter gave an interview to YouTube channel Pardon My Take.
White said that he still considers McGregor one of the best fighters in the world. “Of course, it is important who will be his rival. But McGregor will definitely lead the UFC tournament when he returns, “said the head of the organization.
On November 8, UFC fighter Michael Chandler expressed his readiness to fight with McGregor. The Irishman said he was interested in such a confrontation.
McGregor continues to recover from a broken leg, received in a duel with Dustin Poirier in July. On October 31, the Irishman posted a video in which he walks on his feet during boxing training. So the fighter announced a return to performances.
In September, White said that he expected McGregor's return by the end of 2021. In July, the Irishman lost to Porier for the second time in his career. He celebrated victory only in the first fight with the American, which took place in 2014.