UFC’s Dana White Nixes Conor McGregor’s Plans For Max Holloway Trilogy Fight
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Key Points:
- Conor McGregor is lobbying for a trilogy fight with Max Holloway after injuring himself early in their UFC 329 rematch, but UFC CEO Dana White is not currently discussing any plans involving McGregor.
- McGregor’s injury led to a disappointing 69-second main event at UFC 329, despite the event generating record-breaking ticket sales and high viewership.
- White emphasized that McGregor must first undergo knee surgery and complete his recovery before any future fight discussions can take place.
- The UFC had initially planned to bring McGregor back in April 2027, but this timeline is now uncertain due to his injury.
- Dana White stated that fight planning will only begin once McGregor has fully recovered and is cleared to train again, indicating no immediate rush to arrange McGregor’s next bout.
