UFC News: ‘World Tour’ Confirmed by Conor McGregor as Dana White Brings Back Iconic Days for Michael Chandler UFC 303 Fight

Conor McGregor is finally returning to the octagon on June 29th against Michael Chandler. Since Dana White finalized the fight, the former dual-weight champion has been openly sharing his excitement about making a comeback to the octagon after three years. The battle has been hyped more considering that it had been delayed for the past year and now UFC 303 has already crossed the highest gate mark in UFC history. To add to the fans’ excitement, the UFC CEO has decided to bring back the iconic days of the promotion. 

In one of his latest fan interactions, Conor McGregor hinted towards the return of world tours in the UFC.

Conor McGregor is all set to travel before UFC 303

In a recent Kick live broadcast with Duelbits, McGregor was answering questions from fans who were commenting on the video. He was talking about his upcoming bout and how he would celebrate his birthday after the fight. Meanwhile, one fan supposedly asked him about his plans and also about a world tour. McGregor did not disappoint, and he just announced exciting news.

The 35-year-old revealed, “It’s time to get back out into the world. I am going travelling again and I was excited to hear that that was the thinking also. We have a huge announcement coming regarding traveling the globe. An event that will take place before June 29th with myself and my opponent and I am excited to announce it to you all.”

UFC used to organize world tour press conferences before, but it started dwindling a few years back. However, McGregor had got his share of global press conferences, majorly while fighting Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Jose Aldo. These were back in 2017 and 2015, respectively. Now ‘The Notorious’ is back with the announcement of a world tour press conference for UFC 303.

Not only is he going on a tour soon, but something about a huge UFC event is also in the bag. ‘The Notorious’ hinted that soon he will announce this event in detail, involving the UFC and fans are going to love it, according to him. He might not have given more hints about the surprise event, but the 35-year-old did dwell on his plans in the promotion. 

McGregor gives a hint of his UFC journey ahead

Conor McGregor finally has returned to the octagon after a 2021 injury while fighting Dustin Poirier. Now he not only has a UFC 303 main card but ‘Mystic Mac’ has planned for his UFC journey ahead. Even though he has only two more fights left, he does not mean to stop his career in the UFC world. 

‘The Notorious’ was asked by a fan about his plans and he said that he wants to be back in September. He mentioned The Sphere and Mexican Independence Day, adding that he wants opponents like Nate Diaz and Jorge Masvidal. McGregor reckoned, “I’m looking for opponents for that. I would love the Diaz trilogy for that. I have said it publicly. Diaz and Masvidal are fighting in a boxing bout. I’m looking for opponents.”

He also explained that he plans to fight thrice this year, even though there are two fights left in his contract. He reiterated that he has the June 29th bout in place and then September 5th. However, the former dual-weight champ wants to fight in December too. Fans must already be excited after this big announcement, so let’s see what happens after June 29th. Meanwhile, drop your predictions in the comments below.