Former two-division champion Conor McGregor has unveiled his plans for the year ahead as he prepares to make his return to active competition.
McGregor, a former undisputed lightweight champion and featherweight gold holder, has set his sights on two significant bouts, the first of which is a highly anticipated trilogy clash against Nate Diaz at UFC 306. This event is scheduled to coincide with Mexican Independence Day and will take place at the prestigious Las Vegas Sphere in September.
McGregor, who has been sidelined since sustaining a leg injury during his bout against Dustin Poirier in 2021, remains determined to make a triumphant return to the Octagon. Initially, he hinted at facing off against Michael Chandler during International Fight Week in June, marking his first fight in over three years. However, UFC president Dana White later clarified that no official date had been set for McGregor’s comeback.
In a recent update on his fighting future, McGregor reaffirmed his intention to square off against Chandler in June. Additionally, he expressed his desire to settle the score with Diaz in a rubber match scheduled for September. McGregor’s announcement, made through The Mac Life reporter Oscar Willis, has generated considerable buzz among fans eagerly awaiting his return to action.
Conor McGregor Wants Nate Diaz in September
“Conor McGregor on Nate Diaz trilogy: ‘I wish for this on Mexican Independence Day in the [Las Vegas] Sphere,'” The Mac Life reporter Oscar Willis posted on his official account. “‘(Michael) Chandler, [in] June. (Nate) Diaz, September. I have let this be known.'”
The rivalry between McGregor and Diaz has been a focal point in the MMA world since their initial showdown in 2016. Diaz shocked the world by submitting McGregor with a rear-naked choke, handing the Irishman his first loss in the promotion. However, McGregor bounced back in their rematch at UFC 202, edging out Diaz in a closely contested majority decision. Now, with the series tied at one win apiece, fans are eager to see these two warriors settle the score once and for all.
While Diaz had initially hinted at a comeback for UFC 300, those plans fell through, leading him to focus his attention on a showdown at UFC 306. The event, set to take place at the Las Vegas Sphere, promises to be a spectacular affair, with McGregor and Diaz headlining what is sure to be a thrilling night of fights.
In summary, Conor McGregor’s return to the Octagon is shaping up to be a blockbuster event. With his sights set on high-profile matchups against Michael Chandler and Nate Diaz, McGregor is poised to reclaim his status as one of the sport’s most electrifying figures. As fight fans eagerly await these showdowns, one thing is certain: when McGregor steps back into the cage, the world will be watching.
