Opinion: Conor McGregor’s UFC 300 Could Be a Reality After Dana White’s Major Announcement for 2024

UFC fans got a wonderful surprise when CEO Dana White announced thrilling fights for the first three PPVs of 2024. We will see popular stars like Sean Strickland, Alexander Volkanovski, and Sean O’Malley back in action soon! In his video, White announced title fights for UFC 297, UFC 298, and UFC 299 PPVs.

However, the UFC head did not mention anything about the promotion’s biggest star, Conor McGregor. McGregor has been out of action for more than 2 years due to a horrific injury. Moreover, for months now, the Irishman has been constantly showcasing his eagerness to return to the Octagon. And now, it seems the wait to see ‘The Notorious’ in the cage is almost over!

Dana White’s silence for UFC 300 mean something for Conor McGregor?

In April, UFC will complete 300 PPVs. To celebrate this special occasion, fans are expecting the promotion to set up a grand fight card featuring UFC’s top stars. For some months now, there have been talks about the Irishman returning at UFC 300. Moreover, McGregor himself has also hinted at this.

In his recent video, Dana White announced UFC 297 to be headlined by Sean Strickland and Dricus Du Plessis. Next, he announced Alexander Volkanovski vs Ilia Topuria at UFC 298. Lastly, he revealed a rematch between Sean O’Malley vs Marlon Vera at UFC 299.

However, White said nothing about UFC 300. His silence might mean that the UFC is preparing for the grand return of Conor McGregor in April, and wants to keep things under the carpet for now.

Conor McGregor provided his first sample to USADA!

For the first half of 2023, fans were worried about Conor McGregor’s absence from the USADA testing pool. Some felt that the Irishman was trying to get into the UFC cage through special privileges. On the other hand, some felt that ‘The Notorious’ was never actually going to return.

However, Conor McGregor made his intentions to fight in the UFC crystal clear as he entered the USADA testing pool on October 8th. Typically, the anti-doping agency requires fighters to stay in the testing pool for 6 months. Also, they require fighters to clear two negative tests.

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As per the latest news, McGregor has recently submitted his sample for the first time. As per LowKickMMA, the Irishman has provided three USADA samples and one test. UFC 300 is approximately 5 months away, which means that Conor McGregor is certainly looking to make his return at the magnificent event.

The Irishman is training hard!

Ever since his UFC hiatus, McGregor has been repeatedly seen partying. This has caused the fans to believe that the Irishman is not very serious about his return. But as UFC 300 draws closer, we can see ‘The Notorious’ get back to fight mode. For weeks now, McGregor has been giving his fans regular training updates.

This includes training footage, sparring videos, and his physique updates. In his recent Instagram post, the Irishman looks substantially leaner than before. Moreover, in the accompanying caption, he wrote – “Coming back for my 20th professional MMA KO”.

Also, UFC’s first double champ has recently received his BJJ black belt. Overall, it seems like Conor McGregor is more than ready to step back into the octagon.

When Conor McGregor revealed his plans

Conor McGregor recently talked to the media when he visited Riyadh, Saudi Arabia for Fury vs Ngannou. In the brief appearance, the Irishman discussed his plans with the UFC. “They’re saying April now. I’m happy with April,” he said. “To be honest and to be realistic, for my fans, I want to put in a good run, you know, build myself back up,” he added.

Further, the former champion revealed his frustration with the recent spell of inactivity. “I’ve been kept from my living for almost three years now. I’m sitting on an injury and a loss,” he said. “I must return to my way of living. This is my job. It’s beyond frustrating… I just want my date. My date please, and that’s it.”

Now, fans await an official confirmation from the UFC about Conor McGregor’s return. Do you think he returns at UFC 300? Let us know in the comments below.

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