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Conor McGregor will not fight in Octagon this year, says Dana White

UFC president says ‘we’ll figure it out’ while fighter sets December as date for his comeback

Former featherweight and lightweight champion Conor McGregor will not make his long-awaited return to the Octagon this year, UFC President Dana White said. Photograph: Julian Finney/Getty Images
Former featherweight and lightweight champion Conor McGregor will not make his long-awaited return to the Octagon this year, UFC President Dana White said. Photograph: Julian Finney/Getty Images
Wed Aug 14 2024 - 13:24

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