Many MMA enthusiasts regularly lose out on the latest information about their beloved sport due to the fast-paced world of today. Hence, we are here with another edition of our MMA news roundup. It will give you insight into a few major MMA world happenings from the last 24 hours, consuming only a few minutes of your time.
Today, after starting off with Dana White’s revelation about Conor McGregor’s return, we’ll also see what happened in the coveted UFC Hall Of Fame event this year. Lastly, we’ll take a look at the noted Georges St-Pierre about to make a comeback and wrap things up for the day.
Dana White gives hope about Conor McGregor’s return in 2023
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Most UFC fans have already lost hope to see the noted Conor McGregor inside the octagon this year. McGregor had failed the USADA deadline to get himself enlisted in the testing pool to get a clearance for competing inside the octagon this year. But recently, the UFC boss came to the relief of fans. In a recent interview with ‘TSN’, White revealed that there are still chances of McGregor taking the octagon within this year only.
Answering a question, White revealed, “100 percent [there’s a chance Conor McGregor fights this year].” This might have got a number of fans on their feet. They also need to know that McGregor can be given a one-time exemption from the USADA rules. Previously, the famed UFC and WWE star, Brock Lesnar had also been allowed an exemption when he fought Mark Hunt at UFC 200.
It’s understandable that McGregor’s comeback is now possible. But, the boss White, didn’t want to give any concrete word about the same. Do you expect to see McGregor inside the octagon this year now?
A recap of the UFC Hall of Fame 2023 event
Among a lot of others, one of the desires of every UFC fighter is to get inducted into the Hall Of Fame. This year also saw a few famed UFC stars, receiving this felicitation from the authorities. The famed former UFC Featherweight king, Jose Aldo, and the noted, Donald ‘Cowboy’ Cerrone got inducted into the UFC HOF under the ‘Modern’ wing.
Careers and memories that will go down in history 🏆
Congratulations to the #UFCHOF Induction Class of 2023! pic.twitter.com/OF3ztOoYrl
— UFC (@ufc) July 7, 2023
Also, the famed Anderson Silva and the first-ever UFC Lightweight champ, Jens Pulver got inducted into the Hall Of Fame under the ‘Pioneers’ category. Further, the UFC 189 fight between Robbie Lawler and Rory Macdonald also got inducted into the HOF this year under the ‘Fights’ category.
There were a number of commendable speeches and sights witnessed during the event. But, Jose Aldo’s breakdown on the stage probably remained the most talked but event from the UFC HOF 2023.
Georges St-Pierre reveals his comeback at a UFC Fight pass event in December
The UFC had planned another surprise for its fans prior to the beginning of the UFC 290 press conference. The famed UFC legend, Georges St-Pierre took the stage prior to the UFC 290 fighters and revealed that he would be making a comeback this year only. But, ‘Rush’ won’t be making another run in MMA. Instead, he revealed that he would grapple at a UFC Fight Pass Invitational event in December.
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After taking the stage, GSP stated, “I like the kick of competition.” Fans might take this as the primary reason behind their beloved star’s return to the organization.
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What drove GSP to the FIGHT PASS Invitational mat?! pic.twitter.com/wFYmpTfiSb
— UFC FIGHT PASS (@UFCFightPass) July 6, 2023
How excited are you to watch ‘Rush’ taking the UFC mats after the octagon?
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