Dana White confirms Ilia Topuria will return in ‘early 2027’
MMA Mania • • sports
Key Points:
- Dana White confirmed that Islam Makhachev had verbally agreed to participate in the UFC 336 title fight but later withdrew from the bout.
- UFC President Dana White acknowledged that Josh Hokit’s controversial remarks might have influenced the UFC’s decision to match him with tougher opponents.
- Conor McGregor intends to leave the UFC after one final fight and transition immediately into bare-knuckle boxing.
- Dana White expressed doubts about Renato Moicano's effort level prior to the controversial stand-up call at UFC Halloween.
