McGregor’s Comeback Postponed: UFC Fans Forced to Wait Even Longer for The Notorious

UFC fans, brace yourselves—Conor McGregor‘s highly anticipated return to the octagon just hit a snag. After months of speculation, Dana White has officially confirmed that McGregor’s comeback, originally expected to happen much sooner, is now likely to be pushed to late 2025. That’s right, folks—another year of waiting for the fight fans have been dreaming of since McGregor’s last appearance.

Why the delay? It’s All About Recovery

The Irish superstar was slated to face Michael Chandler, a matchup that had UFC fans buzzing with excitement. The two have been in a verbal back and forth for months, each promising to deliver a fight for the ages. But McGregor’s recovery from the injuries that sidelined him after his brutal loss to Dustin Poirier in 2021 is still a work in progress. Despite the fact that McGregor has been vocal about his eagerness to return, it looks like we’ll have to wait a little longer before he can make his highly anticipated October comeback.

So, why the delay? White explained that McGregor’s recovery isn’t progressing as quickly as initially hoped. Injuries, particularly to his leg, have proven to be more challenging than expected. McGregor himself had teased fans with training footage over the past year, giving the impression he was on the brink of a return. However, the reality is that healing takes time, and the UFC is more interested in having McGregor fight at full strength than rushing him back into action.

UFC Fans in Limbo: When Will We See McGregor Again?

Now fans are left in limbo, anxiously checking their calendars and social media feeds for updates. McGregor’s return has been one of the most talked-about comebacks in sports history, but every time it seems like it’s finally happening, it slips just a little further out of reach. While late 2025 may seem like an eternity for those craving another glimpse of the Irishman in action, there’s no question that McGregor’s return will be a spectacle when it finally does happen.

What’s Next for Michael Chandler?

What does this mean for Michael Chandler? Well, he’s now left without an opponent, and who knows what the UFC will do with him in the meantime? Chandler’s camp is surely feeling the sting of this delay, but with the unpredictability of UFC matchmaking, there’s a chance he might end up with an exciting fight in the interim. After all, Chandler is no stranger to stepping into the octagon with high stakes and big names.

The Wait Will Be Worth It… Eventually

As frustrating as the wait may be, UFC fans know that McGregor is always worth the hype. His personality, his trash talk, and his electrifying performances are unlike anything the sport has ever seen. But until he finally takes that fateful step back into the octagon, we’ll just have to keep our fingers crossed and remind ourselves that good things come to those who wait, even if that wait feels a little longer than expected.

So, UFC fans, prepare yourselves for an extra-long wait. Conor McGregor‘s return may be delayed, but when he does return, you can bet it will be a spectacle worth watching—whenever that may be.