{"id":114070,"date":"2026-03-26T02:13:54","date_gmt":"2026-03-26T06:13:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.businessupturn.com\/usa\/?p=114070"},"modified":"2026-03-26T02:13:54","modified_gmt":"2026-03-26T06:13:54","slug":"conor-mcgregor-return-rumors-explode-as-notorious-hints-at-ufc-comeback-date","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.businessupturn.com\/usa\/conor-mcgregor-return-rumors-explode-as-notorious-hints-at-ufc-comeback-date\/114070\/","title":{"rendered":"Conor McGregor return rumors explode as Notorious hints at UFC comeback date"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The conversation around Conor McGregor<\/span><\/span> is alive again, and this time it feels more serious than the usual social media noise. After staying away from the Octagon since 2021, the former two-division champion has dropped a strong hint that he is finally ready to return. In his signature loud and confident style, McGregor took to Instagram and declared that the rumors of his comeback are true, instantly sending fans into a frenzy.<\/p>\n

McGregor has not fought since his trilogy bout against Dustin Poirier<\/span><\/span>, which ended in a devastating leg injury. That moment raised real doubts about his future in the sport. Many wondered if he would ever step back into the cage again, especially given his business ventures and larger-than-life lifestyle outside fighting. But if his latest statements are anything to go by, the Irish superstar is not done yet and believes he still has plenty left to offer.<\/p>\n

In his posts, McGregor sounded as brash as ever. He spoke about \u201csaving fighting\u201d and described his return as something fans should be excited about. While the tone was aggressive and over the top, it also carried a sense of certainty. This did not feel like a maybe. It felt like a man who has already made up his mind and is now preparing the world for what is coming next.<\/p>\n

All signs currently point toward a possible return in July, during the UFC\u2019s annual International Fight Week. This event has always been one of the biggest on the calendar, often featuring blockbuster fights and major announcements. For someone like McGregor, who thrives under massive attention, it is the perfect stage. Interestingly, the Nevada Athletic Commission has already approved July 11 for a major UFC event, which is expected to be UFC 329. That timing fits almost perfectly with the speculation surrounding his comeback.<\/p>\n

There were earlier whispers about McGregor being part of a special UFC card at the White House, an idea that created huge buzz online. However, those talks have now cooled down, and he is not expected to appear on that event. Instead, the focus has shifted completely to July, which now looks like the most realistic window for his return.<\/p>\n

History also adds an interesting layer to this story. McGregor has delivered memorable performances in July before. In 2015, he defeated Chad Mendes<\/span><\/span> to claim the interim featherweight title in a high-pressure fight. A year earlier, he secured a win over Diego Brandao<\/span><\/span>, continuing his rapid rise in the UFC. These past successes make July a meaningful month in his career, and perhaps that is another reason why this timing feels right.<\/p>\n

Despite all the hype, there are still questions that need answers. The biggest one is how McGregor will perform after such a long break and a serious injury. The sport has evolved quickly over the past few years, with new contenders emerging and the competition becoming tougher than ever. Confidence has never been an issue for McGregor, but stepping back into the cage after years away is a completely different challenge.<\/p>\n

Still, one thing remains unchanged. McGregor knows how to capture attention like no one else in the sport. Whether people love him or criticize him, they watch him. If he does return in July, it will not just be another fight. It will be one of the biggest moments the UFC has seen in recent years, bringing both excitement and pressure in equal measure.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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