Conor McGregor Drops Fresh Training Footage as UFC Comeback Rumors Heat Up (VIDEO)

It’s been four years since Conor McGregor last stepped inside the Octagon, but “The Notorious” is once again stoking the fires of a UFC return — and this time, he’s showing his work.

The Dubliner has shared a steady stream of MMA training clips on social media, featuring intense pad work, striking drills, and conditioning routines. It’s the clearest sign yet that McGregor is taking steps toward a comeback, especially with reports confirming he has re-entered the UFC’s anti-doping program, a mandatory requirement before competing again.

A White House Showdown?

While nothing is officially booked, McGregor has been vocal about his desire to headline a rumored UFC event at the White House next July — an unprecedented location that has been the subject of buzz in MMA circles.

The most likely opponent? Michael Chandler, who was originally slated to face McGregor at UFC 303 before the Irish star withdrew due to injury. Chandler has remained vocal about wanting the fight, and UFC President Dana White has hinted that the pairing is still on the table.

Fan Reaction

McGregor’s return talk has split opinion. Some fans question whether his age, business ventures, and lavish lifestyle have dulled his competitive edge. Others see his recent grind in the gym as proof that he’s ready to recapture the magic that made him the UFC’s first-ever simultaneous two-division champion.

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If McGregor does make his return, it won’t just be another fight — it’ll be a spectacle designed to grab global headlines. UFC knows that even after years away, McGregor remains its biggest draw. A potential White House event could be the most politically and culturally significant card in UFC history. Still, fans have learned to take his teases with a grain of salt. Until a contract is signed, all we have are training clips, soundbites, and the hope that “The Notorious” will once again walk to the Octagon under the brightest lights.