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Dana White responds to Conor McGregor saying his final UFC fight ‘has to be’ against Max Holloway

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Dana White responds to Conor McGregor saying his final UFC fight ‘has to be’ against Max Holloway

Conor McGregor still has to undergo surgery for his injured leg after his comeback at UFC 329 ended in disaster but that didn't stop him from already looking forward to his next return to action.

“It has to be Holloway,†McGregor wrote.

Of course, McGregor's desire to settle that unfinished business is understandable considering the first kick he threw in the fight ended with him blowing out his knee. The fight lasted just 66 seconds and McGregor already stated that he believes the result should be changed to a no-contest.

But McGregor's wishes may not be granted because it's just impossible to predict when he'll be coming back to compete again and Holloway can't just sit around waiting forever.

“Not even thinking about it,†UFC CEO Dana White told Spinnin Backfist on Friday when asked about McGregor's request. “Conor still has to have knee surgery and go through everything he's going to have to go through. I understand he's very unhappy with the way shit played out but you're a human being, you're older, you haven't fought in five years and Father Time is undefeated.

“So who the f*ck knows what's going to happen with Max over the next year and what's going to happen with Conor over the next year?

Holloway already expressed interest in a third fight against McGregor but he obviously walked away unscathed and it's highly unlikely he'll just stay sidelined until the Irish superstar is ready to go again.

If McGregor tore his ACL, he's likely looking at anywhere from 9 to 12 months of recovery but there's still no word on exactly how much damage he sustained in that fight at UFC 329. That's why White doesn't want to make any promises until McGregor is healthy again and tells the UFC he's ready to go.

“I don't even think about that type of stuff until it becomes a reality,†White said. “When Conor reaches out and says ‘I finished all my physical therapy, I'm in a good place, they told me I can train full time now,' we'll start thinking about what's next.â€

Outside of the fight itself, White also admitted he hasn't put too much thought in the kind of promotion the UFC would use to build anticipation towards McGregor's eventual return.

McGregor's comeback at UFC 329 already produced higher viewership numbers than the UFC White House card but the disappointing way his fight ended might make some fans stay away from his next fight.

But White won't even begin to speculate what the UFC plans to do with McGregor until he's healthy and ready to fight again.

For his part, McGregor definitely plans to compete again and he's also celebrated that his next fight serves as the final bout on his current UFC contract.

“I don't know,†White said about McGregor's future. “I'm not even thinking about any of that stuff. It's so long and so far away, it doesn't matter.â€

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Allan Nascimento dies at 34 after apparent heart attack, UFC mourns

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Allan Nascimento dies at 34 after apparent heart attack, UFC mourns
The mixed martial arts world is mourning the sudden death of
Allan
Nascimento.

Nascimento (22-7) was reportedly found unresponsive on Monday, Aug.
3. The
Ultimate Fighting Championship flyweight suffered a heart
attack in his sleep and was pronounced deceased at the scene by
medical responders.

UFC and Chute Boxe pay tribute after flyweight Allan Nascimento
dies at age 34

The UFC posted a condolence message on social media.

“This morning, Monday, Aug. 3, our beloved flyweight fighter, Allan
Nascimento, was found unresponsive after suffering an apparent
heart attack in his sleep. Despite the efforts of the responding
medical team, he was pronounced deceased at the scene. Our thoughts
and deepest condolences are with Allan’s family, friends,
teammates, and loved ones during this incredibly difficult
time.â€

His team,
Chute Boxe, also took to social media to share a message.

“Today, our team loses much more than an athlete; we have lost a
warrior, a friend, a dedicated competitor, and an extraordinary
human being who earned the respect and admiration of all who had
the privilege of knowing him. Allan inspired on and off the mats
with his determination, humility, respect and fighting spirit.â€

Nascimento originally started competing in muay thai in 2008. Due
to his skinny frame, he earned the nickname “Puro Osso,†meaning
skin and bones. Nascimento transitioned to MMA soon after and paid
his dues on the regional circuit for a decade before making his UFC
debut in 2021. The 34-year-old went 4-2 in the UFC and was coming
off a narrow split decision loss against Mitch
Raposo in June.


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Roberto Soldic announces free agency after ONE Championship contract expires

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Roberto Soldic announces free agency after ONE Championship contract expires

Roberto Soldic has entered free agency after his ONE Championship contract expired, the 31-year-old veteran announced Friday.

The former KSW two-division champion only fought three times under the ONE banner between 2021 and 2025, stopping Dagi Arslanaliev in spectacular fashion (watch here) in his most recent bout after a no-contest against Murad Ramazanov and a loss to Zebaztian Kadestam in previous appearances. “Robocop's†latest competition was a Sept. 2025 boxing match in Poland, when he knocked out Tomasz Adamek.

“Thank you for the journey,†Soldic wrote in a statement posted on social media. “My time with ONE has come to an end as my contract has officially expired. I want to thank ONE Championship from the bottom of my heart for the opportunity and the incredible experience. Every fight, every challenge, and every moment inside the cage has pushed me to become a better warrior and a better person.

“I've gained more than just fights — I've gained knowledge, respect, and memories that will last a lifetime. To my fans, thank you for your unconditional support through every high and low. You are the reason I keep fighting. This is not the end. This is the beginning of what's next. See you soon.â€

Soldic had a stellar run in KSW before joining ONE, winning eight of nine bouts and capturing belts at welterweight and middleweight. The sole loss in the KSW was a knockout against future UFC champion Dricus Du Plessis, one he avenged six months later with a knockout to recapture the 170-pound belt.

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PFL Charlotte results: Battle vs. Rosta

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PFL Charlotte results: Battle vs. Rosta

MMA Fighting has PFL Charlotte results for the Battle vs. Rosta fight card from Bojangles Coliseum in Charlotte, N.C., on Friday night.

In the main event, former UFC standout Bryan Battle seeks his first PFL win as he takes on PFL middleweight veteran Dalton Rosta.

Following a 7-1 (1 NC) run with the UFC that was marred by weight misses, Battle parted ways with the promotion this past August and scored a pair of Dirty Boxing knockout victories before joining the PFL. He lost to former Bellator champion Johnny Eblen in his league debut, and now takes aim at Rosta, who seeks to stop a two-fight skid.

Light heavyweights Dovlet Yagshimuradov and Simeon Powell square off.

The PFL Charlotte prelim card kicks off at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN+, with the main card following at 10 p.m. ET on ESPN.

Check out the PFL Charlotte results below.

Bryan Battle vs. Dalton Rosta

Dovletdzhan Yagshimuradov vs. Simeon Powell

Aaron Jeffery def. Josh Silveira via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-26)

Lewis McGrillen def. Brandon Lewis via unanimous decision (30-27, 29-28, 29-28)

Josh Fremd def. Jhony Gregory via TKO (punches) — 1:44, Round 2

Denis Goltsov def. Hasan Mezhiev via TKO (head kick and punches) — 0:52, Round 1

Cheyden Leialoha def. Robbie Ring via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)

Cheyanne Bowers def. Elora Dana via submission (rear-naked choke) — 3:36, Round 1

Landry Ward def. Michael Boylan via split decision (30-27, 28-29, 30-27)

Bruno Cappelozza def. Valentin Moldavsky via unanimous decision (29-28, 30-27, 29-28)

Jonathan Martin def. Wilson Lopshire via unanimous decision (30-26,-30-25, 30-27)

Maxwell Djantou Nana def. Eduardo Neves via KO (body punch) — 2:01, Round 3

Trey Waters def. Trukon Carson via TKO (punches) — 4:37, Round 1

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