Guess who’s making a real comeback? Conor McGregor is stepping back into the octagon at UFC 303 on June 29th, facing off against Michael Chandler in a five-round main event. This showdown caps off International Fight Week 2024 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, and fans can’t wait for the action.
Conor McGregor, 35, has not competed in UFC since July 2021 when he suffered a leg break in a fight against Dustin Poirier.
It’s been a journey for McGregor since his last fight, where he suffered a brutal leg injury against Dustin Poirier at UFC 264. But he’s been plotting his return, even coaching on The Ultimate Fighter 31 opposite Chandler. After clearing his mandatory drug testing in March, McGregor is finally ready to step back into the ring.
Rumors had been flying about McGregor’s return, especially facing Chandler at UFC 300. But with prior commitments promoting his new film, a remake of Road House on Amazon, McGregor had to delay his comeback. Now, he’s back in action, and fans are hyped to see him in the octagon again.
As for Chandler, the former Bellator lightweight champion has been waiting for over a year for this fight. His last appearance ended in a submission loss to Dustin Poirier, but Chandler’s looking to bounce back and make a statement against McGregor.
With more fights expected to be announced for the June pay-per-view, UFC 303 is shaping up to be one of the most exciting events of the year. Get ready for an epic showdown between McGregor and Chandler, and mark your calendars for June 29th!
McGregor, 35, who has 22 wins and six defeats, has not competed in the UFC since July 2021 when he sustained a leg break against Dustin Poirier.
He had previously fought and lost to Poirier six months earlier.
McGregor’s opponent Chandler has 23 wins and eight defeats.