Jorge Masvidal hints at a potential "very big" fight, speculated to be against Conor McGregor, despite UFC President Dana White shutting down earlier rumors of McGregor facing Michael Chandler. Masvidal, who retired in 2023, has expressed eagerness to return, and although he dropped hints about upcoming fight news, he remained coy about McGregor being the opponent. McGregor has been vocal about his desire to return to the octagon following a two-year hiatus post-injury. White firmly believes that McGregor doesn't belong in the welterweight division, citing size concerns.

By the Numbers
  • Masvidal suffered four consecutive losses before retiring in 2023.
  • Jorge Masvidal holds the record for the fastest knockout in UFC history—five seconds against Ben Askren at UFC 239.
State of Play
  • Masvidal is in training, preparing for a significant announcement about his next fight.
  • Conor McGregor has not fought since breaking his leg in 2021, fueling speculation about his return.
What's Next

Expect an announcement from Masvidal within the next ten days regarding his potential fight. Given the ongoing speculation about McGregor’s return, fans may soon learn if a matchup between the two is in the works.

Bottom Line

Jorge Masvidal's potential return to the octagon represents a significant storyline in MMA, especially if it involves a showdown with Conor McGregor, despite Dana White’s reservations about such a matchup taking place at welterweight.