Conor McGregor announces historic UFC return at White House with surprising choice of opponent
Conor McGregor announced his UFC return against Michael Chandler in June 2026 at a White House event in Washington, D.C., coinciding with the 250th Independence Day celebrations. McGregor, absent since his July 2021 injury, will face Chandler, his former Ultimate Fighter co-coach. UFC President Dana White confirmed ongoing talks, highlighting McGregor's motivation for the fight, proposed by President Donald Trump.
Conor McGregor announced his UFC return against Michael Chandler in June 2026 at a White House event in Washington, D.C., coinciding with the 250th Independence Day celebrations. McGregor, absent since his July 2021 injury, will face Chandler, his former Ultimate Fighter co-coach. UFC President Dana White confirmed ongoing talks, highlighting McGregor's motivation for the fight, proposed by President Donald Trump.
