Conor McGregor UFC 303 Fight Cancelled Due To Undisclosed Injury: Everything To Know
Conor McGregor, a prominent figure in the UFC, has been forced to withdraw from the upcoming UFC 303 pay-per-view event scheduled for June 29 in Las Vegas due to an undisclosed injury. The first indication that the bout was in trouble came when McGregor’s news conference in Dublin on June 3 was abruptly canceled without immediate explanation. UFC President Dana White announced the change, revealing that light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira will now face top-ranked challenger Jiri Prochazka in the new main event at UFC 303.
Losing McGregor, who hasn’t competed inside the octagon in three years, is a significant blow to the UFC. Despite being past his prime at 35. McGregor remains a strong attraction for gate and pay-per-view sales.The organization is counting on a group of younger fighters to lead the next generation.
Injury history:
- UFC 264 (July 2021): Broken Leg
- McGregor suffered a broken leg during his trilogy fight against Dustin Poirier.
- The injury occurred in the first round, leading to a doctor’s stoppage and a TKO victory for Poirier.
- This injury kept McGregor out of action for an extended period.
- Undisclosed Injury (UFC 303, June 2024): Fight CancellationHe withdrew from the fight due to an undisclosed injury.
- The UFC replaced him with a new main event. Also featuring Alex Pereira vs. Jiri Prochazka.
- Ongoing Challenges
- Injuries are common in MMA, especially during training camps.
- McGregor’s star power and financial impact make his health crucial for the UFC.
- Despite setbacks, there is hope for his return by late summer or early fall.
