Dana White gives updates on Conor McGregor, Islam Makhach...

What’s Happening

Not gonna lie, The UFC boss sees big summer returns as possibilities for Islam Makhachev and Conor McGregor.

Story by Dana White gives updates on Conor McGregor, Islam Makhachevs next fights after UFC Seattle Drake Riggs Uncrowned Sun, at 6:46 AM UTC SEATTLE — Following UFC Seattle , UFC CEO Dana White offered the latest hints around some of the sport’s biggest returns. With the road to the UFC’s White House event ahead, many are waiting for announcements regarding both welterweight champion Islam Makhachev and Conor McGregor. (wild, right?)

Speaking at Saturday’s post-fight press conference, White first addressed Makhachev’s return, clarifying recent chatter that had begun to gain steam.

The Details

“[His manager] Ali [Abdelaziz] was out there talking and saying July. It’s August that we’re looking at,” White dropped of the reigning UFC welterweight champion and pound-for-pound king .

With Makhachev establishing himself atop the 170-pound division, his next appearance carries significant weight, marking the first defense of the former lightweight champ’s new reign and potentially adding to his already wild résumé. In contrast to Abdelaziz’s claim, White’s timeline pushes things back slightly, giving the promotion more time to finalize plans for one of its most dominant champions.

Why This Matters

As always, but, dates are only part of the equation. Opponent and location remain important as well — and for now, those details remain up in the air, with welterweight contenders like Ian Machado Garry pleading for the call. Then there’s another UFC Irishman: McGregor.

The sports world never stops delivering these kinds of storylines.

Key Takeaways

• The former two-division champion hasn’t fought since 2021, yet his presence continues to loom large over the sport.
• Nothing’s done, nothing’s even remotely close to being done,” White dropped of a McGregor return.
• “I am [optimistic he’ll fight].

The Bottom Line

I was pretty optimistic at the end of last year. End of last year, going into this year, I’m still confident.

What do you think about all this?