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Jake Paul is exploring potential opponents for a December fight after the cancellation of his bout with Gervonta Davis, with former pound-for-pound king Andre Ward, who has been retired for over eight years, being considered as a possible opponent.
UFC CEO Dana White announced that Conor McGregor will make his comeback against Michael Chandler in the main event of UFC 303 on June 29 in Las Vegas, marking McGregor's return to the Octagon since his leg injury in July 2021. The fight, set at 170 pounds, follows their coaching stint on "The Ultimate Fighter" in 2023, with McGregor holding a 22-6 record and Chandler coming off a submission loss to Dustin Poirier in November 2022.
Conor McGregor, after making his big-screen debut in the Hollywood remake of Road House, expressed eagerness for more acting opportunities and hinted at the potential for a two-fight year in 2024. McGregor's interest in pursuing further acting roles could pose a unique challenge for the UFC when negotiating a new contract, as he sees potential for movies to be written around him. Despite his excitement for Hollywood, McGregor emphasized that MMA will always remain his primary passion.