MMA News Roundup: Conor McGregor Confirms UFC 296 Return; Ronda Rousey Reportedly Aiming for a Comeback Despite Dana White’s Claim; Sean O’Malley Takes Aim at MMA Managers

In the world of MMA, numerous events such as callouts, returns, and fight cancellations occur on a daily basis. As a result, it can be a daunting task for fans to stay abreast of the latest developments. However, we offer a solution to this predicament. Introducing the MMA Roundup, a comprehensive source of information that highlights the most significant news from the octagon that may have eluded your attention within the past 24 hours. So, fret not, fight enthusiasts, as we are here to assist you.

We will start off our daily roundup with the news of Conor McGregor confirming his return at UFC 296. Then we will shift our focus to Ronda Rousey, who is eyeing a return to the Octagon. Finally, we will sum up our daily news compilation with Sean O’Malley, who’s called out MMA managers for malpractices.

Conor McGregor looks set for a December return

When ‘The Notorious’ laid out a three-fight plan a few weeks ago, starting with Michael Chandler, many people felt as if it would never become a reality. Furthermore, he even sent a plea to Endeavor CEO Ari Emanuel to aid him in his attempt to make a return this year. Now, it seems like Conor McGregor will finally return to the Octagon after a two-year hiatus due to a fractured tibia and fibula.

Although the Irishman has yet to submit a sample for his USADA drug test, Enthusiasts have been elated following an ostensible disclosure on the official UFC Fight Pass webpage.

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The disclosure comprises an image of a countdown timer for UFC 296 on December 16, with the card designated as ‘UFC 296: Chandler vs. McGregor’. We will have to wait for the official word on the rumored fight and see if McGregor can really make his return this year.

Is Ronda Rousey coming back?

‘The Baddest Woman on the Planet’ has reportedly left the WWE after her last match at SummerSlam 2023, which she lost to Shayna Baszler. Following her exit, there were rumors that she might make a comeback to MMA, especially the UFC. However, UFC president Dana White stated that she doesn’t need to return to MMA since she has accomplished everything.

However, new sources claim that the UFC Hall of Famer may be eyeing a return to the Octagon at UFC 300. A confidant of Ronda Rousey recently had an exclusive interview with ‘Dailymail,’ where she revealed that the former UFC champion may have one last fight on her mind. However, there is no word from the UFC as of now, and fans are waiting to see if ‘Rousey’ really makes her return to UFC 300.

Sean O’Malley takes aim at MMA managers for malpractices

Fighter pay has been one of the most recurring issues in the world of mixed martial arts, especially the UFC. With respect to that issue, Sean O’Malley has been vocal about the malpractices of MMA managers. In a recent Twitter rant, he took aim at those managers who try to rip off their fighters by claiming 20 percent of the fighter’s purse and a separate 20 percent from the bonus.

He even shared some unsavory words with those managers. O’Malley said, “There are managers that take 20% of fighters purses AND 20% of their bonuses. If you do this to the fighters you are a POS.” It seems like ‘Suga’ is taking a stand for his fellow fighters, who are suffering from a financial standpoint.

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