Struggling Under the Burden - Conor McGregor's Training Sessions Sow Seeds of Doubt Regarding His Future Performance
Conor "Notorious" McGregor sparks UFC return speculations as he hints at a comeback
The iconic Irish UFC fighter, Conor McGregor, has been sowing the seeds of a potential return to the Octagon. Trolling social media with training footage and gestures, the former Featherweight and Lightweight Champion has sent UFC fans into a frenzy.
McGregor's last competitive fight dates back to 2021, where he sustained a leg fracture during a second consecutive loss against Dustin Poirier. However, he has hinted at the possibility of a comeback, frequently posting workout videos and even hinting at a face-off with Paddy Pimblett and Michael Chandler.
Recent footage of McGregor kicking a heavy bag raised eyebrows among MMA fans. While the crisp accuracy was evident, the trademark power that marked his prime years seemed to be lacking. Despite this, critics have been quick to write off the Irishman, claiming that his time as an elite fighter has passed.
One fan remarked, "Man looks dead and so tired. Its a wrap Conor," while another agreed, "Slow, looks fatigued, old." Another fan even claimed, "He has made some terrible mistakes and now it is too late for him. His time as a championship fighter is over."
Opposing views suggest that, while McGregor might look worn out, he still has the potential to fight. One optimistic fan wrote, "He's gassed. Of course he can still fight... but for how long? Who can he beat. Conor v Chandler is THE fight to make."
Another fan remarked, "Not that I believe this means he's coming back, cause I don't-but if he did, the fight to make would be the trilogy with Nate Diaz."
While McGregor's contract with the UFC still holds two fights, there's no official announcement about a return. His injury-forced withdrawal from the scheduled clash with Michael Chandler last July added to the uncertainty.
UFC President Dana White currently remains unsure about McGregor's return, with the ongoing mystery leaving fans eagerly waiting for updates. The possibility of McGregor moving into boxing briefly surfaced after reports of a fight against KSI, but it didn't materialize in the end.
Former UFC legend Chael Sonnen, however, believes McGregor's fighting days are over. "He's gotta understand. What part of it would he come back for?" he suggested. "We're told by him that he doesn't need the money, we can see that his time is occupied. A lot of fighters cling to the sport because they have nothing else to do. He's got a beating standing in front of him. We can go 155, we can go 170, we can make up a weight class. There's not an athlete under contract with the Ultimate Fighting Champions, located in southern Nevada, that he can beat. We've got a guy who can't breathe for a full round. This is just a reality, there's nothing to come back for. There's no reason to come back."
In conclusion, despite the lack of concrete evidence, there are strong indicators that McGregor may be considering a UFC comeback. A possible match with Michael Chandler or Nate Diaz seems plausible, but the timeline for such a return remains uncertain.
Conor McGregor might consider a move from MMA to other sports, such as boxing or football, given his hints at a comeback. His potential fight with Michael Chandler in UFC could still be on the table, but he may also be eyeing a trilogy match with Nate Diaz. Some fans still believe that McGregor has potential left in him, even if he might look worn out, but former UFC legend Chael Sonnen doubts McGregor's return, suggesting that he has no reason to come back, given his lack of success in recent fights.
