Conor McGregor Sounds Rebuilt from the Inside Out as He Prepares for Comeback
Former two-division UFC champion Conor McGregor appears to be undergoing a profound transformation. The fighter says he has found a new sense of faith and direction while gearing up for what could be his long-awaited return to the octagon.
Now a part-owner of Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC), McGregor has been heavily involved in the promotion’s recent events. He recently spoke about being on a spiritual path that has helped him reconnect with purpose and reignite his competitive fire.
Speaking at the BKFC 83 press conference, McGregor said:
“I am not here just by chance. There is a higher power, God, that dictates my journey and all of our journeys, and I live my life by God’s word. Since around the time of the last event, I’ve engaged on a spiritual journey, and I am saved. I’m saved, and I am healed. On the back of that, the world is in for a treat. My competitive spark, that was once in my heart, is now a roaring blaze. So, I’m very excited.”
Reflecting on his legacy, he added:
“I would like to leave a legacy that can be looked upon as a lesson. You’ve seen with me what works. I showed what works, and also, I showed what doesn’t work. Now I’m in a stage where I come back and show again what I’m about.”
Watch Conor McGregor’s comments here (33:50):
McGregor’s last UFC appearance came in July 2021 at UFC 264, where he suffered a broken leg in a fight against Dustin Poirier. Since then, he has kept fans guessing about his next move, while focusing on promoting his ventures outside the octagon.
The UFC has yet to confirm his next fight, but the 36-year-old has hinted that Michael Chandler could be a potential opponent.
### Dustin Poirier: Michael Chandler Is a Perfect Comeback Fight for McGregor
Dustin Poirier believes a fight between Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler would be a perfect matchup for McGregor’s comeback. The possibility gained attention following the announcement of a UFC event scheduled at the White House in June 2026.
Originally, the fight was booked for UFC 303 but was postponed after McGregor suffered a broken toe. Poirier, who has faced both fighters, sees McGregor as the clear favorite due to stylistic advantages.
In an interview with CasinoBeats, Poirier said:
“That’s a layup for Conor. That’s a great matchup stylistically. A fight is a fight, so anything can happen. But I do believe that Conor is going to knock Chandler out if they fight. I think it’s just a very bad matchup for Michael Chandler.”
Stay tuned for further updates on Conor McGregor’s comeback and upcoming fights.
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