Dana White Breaks Silence on Conor McGregor’s Civil Trial Loss and UFC Future

Dana White isn’t one to shrink back from powerful questions, however when requested about Conor McGregor’s latest authorized troubles, the UFC president dodged the subject totally. Throughout the UFC 310 post-fight press convention, White was pressed for his ideas on McGregor dropping a high-profile sexual assault civil trial, however his response was dismissive.

“What do you imply what’s my response?” White mentioned when requested concerning the trial. “If I had a remark, I might’ve put it out already.”

McGregor, who was discovered answerable for assault stemming from a 2018 accusation by Nikita Hand, has been ordered to pay $260,000 in damages, together with masking Hand’s authorized prices. The decision has sparked loads of hypothesis concerning the UFC star’s future, however White appeared tired of addressing the elephant within the room.

Whereas McGregor hasn’t competed since breaking his leg in July 2021, White has beforehand said he doesn’t count on the previous champion again till 2025. The latest trial and subsequent fallout, together with enterprise companions slicing ties with McGregor, haven’t modified White’s opinion on the timeline. “He hasn’t been combating right here in I don’t understand how lengthy,” White mentioned. “If he does combat, it’ll be someday subsequent yr.”

McGregor’s deliberate comeback bout in opposition to Michael Chandler at UFC 303 was scrapped after a damaged pinky toe compelled him to withdraw. In the meantime, Chandler moved on, going through Charles Oliveira at UFC 309 in a dropping effort, although he stays open to a future conflict with McGregor.

Regardless of his common candor, White’s refusal to deal with the trial instantly leaves many followers questioning whether or not the UFC’s largest star nonetheless has a house within the octagon. For now, it appears the UFC president would reasonably let the headlines converse for themselves.