UFC news: Conor McGregor statement, Dana White on Bisping, Jon Jones' claim
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Dana White statement on Conor McGregor
UFC president Dana White has claimed he's still on good terms with Conor McGregor, despite the Irishman's antics at the UFC 223 media day.
“Yeah,” the UFC chief said when asked if he still maintains a good relationship with McGregor.
“He and I haven’t seen each other since New York. We haven’t seen each other, we haven’t talked. Nothing. We need to get together soon.”
I know I don’t need to hold that belt to be the champion
Dana White hails Michael Bisping
White has heaped praise on former middleweight champion Michael Bisping, who announced his retirement from mixed martial arts in the early hours of Tuesday morning.
He tweeted: “It’s been fun my friend @bisping I’m excited to see what’s next for you!!!”
Bisping retires with a slew of records to his name, including the most wins in UFC history.
Dana White gives update on Conor McGregor situation
Jon Jones sends message to rivals
Former UFC light-heavyweight champion Jon Jones has claimed he’s still the division’s ruler and that his rivals know he’s the best fighter in the weight class.
"Thanks, brother," Jones tweeted in response to a fan who said he’s still the light-heavyweight champion.
“Yeah I know I don’t need to hold that belt to be the champion.
"Sure the whole top five knows that too."
Jones, 30, was relieved of the light-heavyweight title in September after it emerged he failed his final pre-fight drug test ahead of his UFC 214 grudge match with Daniel Cormier.
The New York native had his license to compete in California revoked by the state's athletic commision and was fined £150,000 for his second anti-doping violation.
He is currently awaiting punishment from the United States Anti-Doping Agency.