Head Coach John Kavanagh Shares Update on McGregor's Return

Conor McGregor's highly anticipated return to the octagon at UFC 300 has been put on hold, according to his head coach and mentor, John Kavanagh. The MMA superstar was expected to headline the historic card, but Kavanagh revealed that the promotion has a new timeline in mind.

UFC President Dana White Puts Cold Water on April Card

UFC President Dana White recently cast doubt on McGregor's involvement in the April card. Kavanagh confirmed that the promotion is now aiming for McGregor to headline their International Fight Week card in July.

Confusion Surrounds the Change of Plans

Team McGregor is perplexed by the UFC's change of plans. Kavanagh expressed his confusion, saying, "I don't know [why], that's what we were having a bit of a back and forth about today." McGregor himself has been frustrated by the delay and publicly called on UFC chiefs to give him a date for his comeback clash.

McGregor's Mental Health Concerns

Kavanagh admitted that he was worried about McGregor's mental health amid the uncertainty. However, he noted that McGregor has found solace in training with a great group of partners. Although it's not the same as competing in front of a large crowd, staying active in training is crucial for McGregor's well-being.

Extra Time to Prepare for McGregor's Blockbuster Return

Despite the frustrations, Kavanagh sees a silver lining in the delay. He believes that the extra time will allow McGregor, a former two-division champion, to better prepare for his highly anticipated return to the cage. Kavanagh reassured McGregor, saying, "It's not the end of the world. It is an extra couple of months. Let's just keep that training going."

McGregor's Lengthy Absence from the Octagon

It has been almost two-and-a-half years since McGregor last competed in the octagon. In his trilogy fight with Dustin Poirier, McGregor suffered a leg injury that has kept him out of action since then. Fans are eagerly awaiting his return to the UFC.