When is Conor McGregor’s next fight? June 2026 return talk grows with Michael Chandler in focus

Conor McGregor has once again set the fight world buzzing. The former UFC double champion said he plans to return to the octagon in June 2026. If it happens, it would be his first fight in nearly five years. Conor McGregor last fought in July 2021, and fans have waited a long time to see him back.This time, the stage being talked about is just as big as the name. Conor McGregor said the fight could take place on the South Lawn of the White House as part of the United States’ 250th anniversary events. The idea alone has caught global attention.Conor McGregor, now 37, said the target date for his comeback is June 2026. He named Michael Chandler as the opponent. The two have history after coaching against each other on The Ultimate Fighter, where tension grew week by week.Conor McGregor spoke publicly about the plan, saying he is excited and ready to move forward. “I feel focused and locked in,” he said during a recent appearance. Michael Chandler has also shown interest in the matchup and has repeated in interviews that he is ready whenever the call comes.However, there is still no official contract. UFC president Dana White has not confirmed the fight or the location. As of now, no formal announcement has been made by the UFC. This leaves the situation open and uncertain. Conor McGregor last stepped into the octagon on July 10, 2021. That night ended in a TKO loss to Dustin Poirier at UFC 264 in Las Vegas after a serious leg injury. Since then, surgeries, recovery, and delays have kept him away.Conor McGregor is currently serving a suspension that runs until March 20, 2026. The suspension was applied retroactively from September 20, 2024. This makes him eligible to fight again just a few months before the proposed June date.In recent months, Conor McGregor has shared gym videos and training updates. His coaching team has said he is slowly building a full camp plan. Still, fans remember past comeback dates that never happened. Until President Dana White confirms talks, the return remains a strong possibility, not a final promise.Also Read: Conor Mcgregor Vs Khamzat Chimaev Net Worth In 2025: Who Is Richer, UFC Dominance, Earnings, Influence And More