Jon Jones Out, Conor McGregor In: Dana White Confirms Irish Star for UFC White House Card
The UFC’s highly anticipated White House card has taken another dramatic turn, with UFC President Dana White making it clear that Conor McGregor will be the face of the event. This comes after Jon Jones officially announced his retirement while still in talks for a potential heavyweight clash with Tom Aspinall.
Jon Jones Retires While in Negotiations
Jones, widely regarded as one of the greatest fighters in UFC history, had been in discussions to headline the UFC White House card next year. The talks centered around a blockbuster bout with interim heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall, but negotiations stalled. Jones then shocked fans by announcing his retirement from MMA, leaving the promotion without its planned main event.
While Jones has retired and returned before, Dana White has grown increasingly cautious about relying on him for major events.
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Dana White Turns to Conor McGregor
In a recent update, White revealed that he has no concerns about the White House card’s star power. According to him, Conor McGregor will feature on the historic event. Unlike Jones, who has been unpredictable in recent years, McGregor has earned White’s trust to deliver when it matters most.
The Irishman’s star power, charisma, and global following make him a natural choice to headline a card of such magnitude. White’s confidence in McGregor signals that the UFC is banking on its biggest draw to ensure the White House event lives up to the hype.
Why Conor McGregor Is the Perfect Fit
The UFC White House card is set to be one of the most significant events in company history, blending sports, politics, and entertainment on an unprecedented stage. McGregor’s ability to command attention both inside and outside the Octagon makes him the perfect fighter to carry that spotlight.
Despite injuries and long layoffs, McGregor remains the UFC’s most bankable star. A confirmed appearance at the White House card would instantly make it one of the most watched sporting events in recent memory.
Final Thoughts
Jon Jones stepping away from the Octagon once again has shifted the UFC’s plans, but Dana White has quickly found a solution. By putting Conor McGregor at the forefront of the White House card, the UFC is ensuring its historic event will have the star power it deserves.
For fans, the question now turns to who McGregor’s opponent will be—and whether this will mark the long-awaited return of “The Notorious” to UFC glory.
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