Conor McGregor appeared to immediately reverse his retirement suggestion just moments after indicating he was “done” with fighting.
The mixed martial arts icon stated last weekend that he was satisfied with his career when questioned about the possibility of fighting in BKFC.
His statement, along with his reiteration of a potential run for President of Ireland, was seen by some as a sign of retirement.
However, in typical McGregor style, he quickly backtracked, hinting at the “greatest comeback” ever.
After emphasizing that fighters know their value, following his mention of being offered a fight on Alcatraz, he declared: “I hold every pay-per-view record.”
“I hold every gate record.”
“And my return will be considered the greatest, most anticipated comeback of all time.”
“[But] currently, Ireland is on my mind, and that`s my focus.”
“It will happen, I`m sure, and it`s always great to be here, and there you go.”
McGregor, 36, has not entered the octagon since fracturing his left leg in his third fight against Dustin Poirier in July 2021.
He was scheduled to return last June but had to withdraw from his fight against Michael Chandler due to a broken left pinky toe.
UFC president Dana White suggested a return for `The Notorious` in the autumn of last year.
Although, the promoter recently expressed uncertainty about McGregor`s return ever happening.
When questioned about McGregor at a UFC Fight Night 250 press conference last month, White responded: “Conor?
“Um… Not sure when Conor will be back.”
If McGregor does compete again, his next fight will be his first since being found civilly liable for assaulting Nikita Hand at a Dublin hotel in December 2018.
The former two-weight class champion appealed the verdict from Dublin`s High Court last month.
He hopes that new evidence will reverse the civil trial`s outcome.
