UFC News: Conor McGregor return date, Holloway on Khabib fight
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Max Holloway looks on after his UFC 218 victory over Jose Aldo
Dana White discusses Conor McGregor’s return date
UFC president Dana White has revealed that Conor McGregor is hoping to make his long-awaited return to the Octagon in September.
"As soon as these guys (Khabib Nurmagomedov and Max Holloway) step in the ring and throw a punch, it’s on for the title," White told ESPN’s while discussing the lightweight title picture. "And whoever wins, wins the title.
"And we’ll see what happens with Conor over the next several months.
"I know he had expressed some interest in fighting in September."
This takes me to the step of being legendary status, and being a legend
Max Holloway discusses Khabib Nurmagomedov fight
UFC featherweight champion Max Holloway reckons victory over Khabib Nurmagomedov at UFC 223 will make him an all-time great.
“I think this cements – this takes me to the step of being legendary status, and being a legend,” ‘Blessed’ said in an Instagram live video.
“But I’ve got a lot more to do. I’m only 26. I’ve got a lot more time in the games and there’s a lot more fighters.
“But first things first: Khabib’s on the list — then after that, we can go on from there.”
UFC's Max Holloway spars with rival fan during workout
Khabib Nurmagomedov reveals reaction to Tony Ferguson’s withdrawal from UFC 223
Nurmagomedov has revealed that he asked the UFC brass for a fight with McGregor upon learning of Tony Ferguson’s withdrawal from UFC 223.
“Where is this Burger King?” Nurmagomedov told MMA Fighting’s Ariel Helwani. “Take this Burger King here.”
Khabib Nurmagomedov wanted a fight with Conor McGregor after Tony Ferguson's withdrawal from UFC 223
The undefeated Nurmagomedov thought 'The Notorious' would’ve put his name forward to save the UFC’s fourth pay-per-view card of the year, especially considering the fact he recently claimed he was staying ‘ready.’
“Now, where is this guy?” the Dagestan native added.
“Six days to make weight. He can make weight. Bring this guy.”