The MMA world thrives on drama, but when it involves Conor McGregor, things get amplified to another level. This week, rumours began to swirl online that “The Notorious” had been quietly removed from the UFC roster — sparking a wave of speculation about his future in the promotion.
Where Did the Rumours Start?
It all began when a popular Instagram page that covers MMA news posted that Conor McGregor had been removed from the official UFC roster. The report came shortly after McGregor re-entered the USADA testing pool last month, which is a necessary step before an athlete can return to competition.

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The post quickly went viral, with fans and media alike questioning what was going on behind the scenes. Was Conor finally done with MMA? Was the long-anticipated fight with Michael Chandler off the table for good?
Dana White Steps In
The speculation reached such a peak that UFC President Dana White stepped in personally — not with a press conference or formal statement, but with a direct comment on the Instagram post itself.
Dana White reacts to reports that Conor McGregor was removed from the UFC:
— Happy Punch (@HappyPunch) August 14, 2025
“Total BULLSHIT” 👀 pic.twitter.com/WhIfEBnfxx
While he didn’t say much, White firmly dismissed the rumour, clearly stating that Conor had not been removed from the UFC roster. He didn’t give any further details, but his response was enough to shut down the growing buzz — at least for now.
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