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Time of India
21-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Donald Trump backs possible UFC fight as Michael Chandler targets White House battle with Conor McGregor
Donald Trump backs possible UFC fight as Michael Chandler targets White House battle with Conor McGregor (Image Via Google) Michael Chandler has something big on his mind, and it's not just any fight. He is talking about stepping into the UFC Octagon right on the lawn of the White House. With buzz building that UFC and President Donald Trump are planning a Fourth-of-July fight night at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue for 2026, Michael Chandler is ready to make his move. What he said in a TMZ Sports interview this week has got everyone listening and now fans want to know: will Conor McGregor take the challenge? Michael Chandler says he wants a White House fight with Conor McGregor On July 21, 2025, UFC star Michael Chandler, 38, told TMZ Sports he's more than ready to fight at the White House if UFC makes it happen next year. He said, 'Hell. Yes,' when asked if he would take part. Michael Chandler added, 'There's nothing more American than celebrating with a fight,' and said he's already picturing himself stepping into the Octagon in front of the White House. He also made it clear who he wants as his opponent: Conor McGregor. 'Conor's the guy. He's the fight that still needs to happen. We started it on The Ultimate Fighter 31, and it's not finished yet,' Michael Chandler said, referring to the 2023 TUF coaching rivalry between them. Though their UFC 303 bout in June 2024 was canceled due to Conor McGregor's injury, Michael Chandler says he's still ready and waiting. Fans online are pushing for the fight to finally happen, especially in such a historic setting. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Many Are Watching Tariffs - Few Are Watching What Nvidia Just Launched Seeking Alpha Read More Undo Conor McGregor, UFC and Donald Trump links build the hype Conor McGregor, 36, hasn't fought since he broke his leg in a match against Dustin Poirier in July 2021. In June 2024, he injured his toe and had to pull out of the planned UFC 303 main event against Michael Chandler. But things may change. Conor McGregor recently hinted at a comeback on social media and re-entered the UFC drug-testing pool, a step fighters must take before returning. President Donald Trump has been very public about wanting to host a UFC event during America's 250th Independence Day in 2026. UFC President Dana White, a longtime Donald Trump supporter, is said to be working behind the scenes. A photo of Donald Trump, Conor McGregor, and Michael Chandler together at a White House visit earlier this year made waves online and sparked even more hype. Now, everyone's watching to see if Conor McGregor accepts the challenge and makes UFC history with Michael Chandler on the most famous lawn in America. Also Read: Conor McGregor Breaks Silence With Cryptic Tweet After Azealia Banks Exposes X Rated Photos FAQs When might this White House UFC fight happen? Likely on July 4, 2026, during America's 250th birthday celebration. Who does Michael Chandler want to fight? He wants to face Conor McGregor and finish their TUF 31 rivalry . Has Conor McGregor shown interest? Yes, he's posted online and rejoined the UFC drug-testing pool Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
The Sun
11-07-2025
- Politics
- The Sun
‘That's where I'm headed next' – Conor McGregor appears to confirm UFC return in shock card at the White House
CONOR McGREGOR has appeared to confirm he will make a UFC comeback - and wants to return by fighting at the White House. The volatile Irishman has not been in the octagon since July 2021 - when he brutally broke his leg against Dustin Poirier. 2 A toe injury in last June also forced McGregor out of his proposed comeback bout against Michael Chandler in Las Vegas. Further controversies outside of the cage have also kept the former UFC champion out of action with his fighting future in doubt. But after US President Donald Trump announced plans to host a UFC event on White House grounds - McGregor threw his name in the hat. And adding further fuel to the fire, he said at a Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship event: 'It's looking like I'm headed to the Oval Office again. "So that's where I'm headed next. But I'll let these men fight for this one and I'll support them and back them all the way." McGregor, his fiancee Dee Devlin and their four children visited Trump and the White House in March on St Patrick's Day. There, he announced his own plans to run for Irish presidency. But the visit came just four months after McGregor was found liable for assault in a civil case against him dating back to 2018. The court heard how the professional fighter was said to have "brutally raped and battered" Nikita Hand in a penthouse at the Beacon Hotel. McGregor - who was ordered to pay Ms Hand about £206,000 in damages and pay her legal costs - has since sought an appeal. 'He's got the best tattoos I've ever seen' - Donald Trump reveals he is a fan of UFC icon Conor McGregor He was initially expected to include new evidence - but the Court of Appeal in Dublin heard that McGregor would no longer be relying on additional evidence. McGregor also punched a man in an Ibiza nightclub in June - with The Sun capturing the shocking moment. But the man - who works for Wayne Lineker - did not press charges. McGregor still has two fights left on his contract but even UFC boss Dana White cast doubt over a return. That was until Trump's teased an event at the White House. White later told YouTube group Nelk Boys: 'McGregor has gotten himself to a point where he is and will be, whether he stops fighting or not, one of the biggest superstars in sports, period. 'He's gotten to a level of success in his life where he has to, I think, be motivated by something. 'He's accomplished everything and especially financially. Now he's got to find something that truly motivates him to want to come back and do this again. I don't know if the White House is it, but we'll see.' Trump told a crowd in Iowa: "Does anybody watch UFC? The great Dana White? We're going to have a UFC fight. "We're going to have a UFC fight - think of this - on the grounds of the White House. We have a lot of land there." 2
Daily Mail
11-07-2025
- Politics
- Daily Mail
Conor McGregor teases stunning return at UFC White House event... as he claims he's 'heading to the Oval Office again'
Conor McGregor has claimed that he will make his long-awaited return to the UFC at their White House event next year. The Irish MMA star has not stepped foot inside the octagon since July 2021, where he suffered a horror leg break against American fighter Dustin Poirier. McGregor was set to face rival Michael Chandler last summer but, after months of fight build-up, was forced to pull out of the bout due to a toe injury. While many fans have given up hope of McGregor making, yet another, comeback to the sport, it appears as though he's dangled the carrot in front of them once again. Speaking at a press conference for a Bare Knuckle FC event - a promotion which McGregor is a co-owner of - the Irishman revealed the stunning news. He said: 'It's looking like I'm headed to the Oval Office again. That's where I'm headed next'. His statement was met by a round of applause from fans in attendance. 🚨 Conor McGregor teases a return at the UFC White House event 👀👀 'It's looking like I'm headed to the Oval Office again. That's where I'm headed next.' 🎥 @bareknucklefc — Championship Rounds (@ChampRDS) July 11, 2025 McGregor's claim comes just days after he posted on X claiming that he was keen to feature on the White House card. He wrote: 'Accuracy is final. I've most KO's of all by a long shot and I've been chilling on my yachts the last 4 years. 'To return at the White House with my sniper accuracy would be a very intriguing offer and would bring me back in to focus on my return correctly'. President Donald Trump announced that he wants a card to take place at the White House during America's 250th birthday next July - which lead to McGregor's interest. As part of his victory lap after Congress passed his 'Big Beautiful Bill', Trump mentioned ways that the United States would celebrate its 250th birthday next July. Among the programming would be a mixed martial arts event inside The Octagon steps from the Oval Office. 'And I even think we're going to have a UFC fight... Does anybody watch UFC and the great Dana White?' Trump asked the crowd of MAGA faithful. 'We're going to have a UFC fight. We're going to have a UFC fight,' Trump continued. 'Think of this - on the grounds of the White House.' 'We have a lot of land there,' he continued. 'We're going to build a little - we're not, Dana's going to do it, Dana's great, one of a kind - we're going to have a UFC fight, championship fight, full fight, like 20-25,000 people.' MMA fans were not thrilled of the idea of a UFC card on the White House grounds, especially after a resurfaced clip of White showed his disdain for mixing sports with politics. McGregor previously made a visit to the White House back in March, to mark St. Patrick's Day, and he used his platform to fire shots at Ireland's Prime Minister. He claimed that rampant immigration was leading to Ireland 'potentially losing its Irishness'. In the days that followed his remarkable visit to Washington, the 36-year-old lifted the lid on his interactions, claimed to have had 'productive meetings' with senior officials and sported the lesser-seen 'Make Ireland Great Again' cap. One post that followed his visit contained images of a meeting with US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth. McGregor wrote: 'Tremendously productive meeting!' Meanwhile, along with McGregor, UFC legend Jon Jones has teased a comeback to the sport amid interest in the same White House event next year. Last week, the 37-year-old took to social media to claim he had re-entered the company's drug-testing pool, just two weeks after calling time on his career. UFC President Dana White had previously revealed Jones' intent to hang up his gloves and confirmed that a fight against British star Tom Aspinall would not happen. However, it seems that the prospect of featuring on a UFC card that would take place on the White House lawn has proved too tempting for Jones to ignore.
Yahoo
08-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
‘Money' Challenges Chandler To A Loser-Retires Fight
Photo byfor Fanatics Just over a week has passed since former Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Lightweight title challenger Renato Moicano suffered a unanimous decision loss to Beneil Dariush at UFC 317, but he's already targeting his next opponent: fellow 155-pound title challenger Michael Chandler. Advertisement 'Man, I'll be completely honest with you, the oldest guy in the division, brother. 'Michael Chandler,' Moicano said when asked who he wants to fight next. 'I think that fight makes a lot of sense, and there isn't a better time. I've been talking shit for about Michael Chander for so long and if I lose to him, I'll have to kill myself.' Suicide is clearly an extreme statement, so Moicano's co-host proposed an alternative: a loser-retires fight (sound familiar?). 'Money' loved the idea. '100%,' Moicano said. 'Sign the contract.' From a rankings perspective, a Moicano-Chandler bout aligns well, with Moicano at No. 12 and Chandler at No. 13, despite some fighters calling for Chandler's removal from the rankings. The matchup also carries extra intrigue, as the two train at rival Florida gyms: American Top Team and Kill Cliff FC. Advertisement Moicano (20-7-1) is now on his first two-fight losing streak since transitioning to Lightweight. His previous bout saw him face Islam Makhachev on just one day's notice, resulting in a first round submission loss (watch highlights). Chandler (23-10) is on a three-fight losing skid, most recently getting stopped in the third by Paddy Pimblett via TKO (watch highlights). More from
Globe and Mail
07-07-2025
- Business
- Globe and Mail
Aires Hosts Two First-Ever Events: Demo Day Symposium at UFC's Performance Institute & Roundtable on Environmental Wellness
World-class participants included UFC's Dr. Duncan French, Gary Brecka, UFC fighter Michael Chandler, NASCAR driver Chad Finchum, HGTV host Sarah Baeumler, and Biohack Yourself Media's TereZa & Anthony Lolli Explored the influence of electromagnetic environments on sleep, stress, physical recovery & cognition Aires premiered video demonstration of the Company's performance-enhancing tech Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - July 7, 2025) - American Aires Inc. (CSE: WIFI) (OTCQB: AAIRF) (" Aires" or the " Company"), a pioneer in advanced technology designed to optimize electromagnetic field (EMF) environments to support health and well-being, hosted two first-ever events in Las Vegas, Nevada, on June 25 and 26, 2025 (see event details below). Both events focused on how people can take an active role in designing and controlling their environment as a new pillar of wellness and health optimization. As part of the events, Aires premiered a video demonstrating the Company's performance-enhancing technology through data from brain scans and heart rate variability (HRV) when exposed to electromagnetic environments with and without the presence of Aires' environmental tuning products. The video can be viewed here: The Aires marketing team captured the exclusive conversations and interactions at both events, which will be repurposed as digital assets to support the Company's educational, brand awareness, and sales campaigns. Cannot view this video? Visit: Aires CEO, Josh Bruni, commented: "For the first time, the conversation around health at UFC's International Fight Week included the invisible biological input that influences strength, stamina and recovery: our electromagnetic environment. Most people aren't aware that their electromagnetic environment — internal and external — is continually shaping their biology. They've also never seen scientific data showing how that environment can be proactively and precisely tuned to improve biological outcomes and performance. That's why we initiated and hosted these events. They're the latest example of Aires' commitment to educating people about how the invisible electromagnetic environment is a core pillar of health, just like other universally accepted biological factors such as water, sleep, movement, and nutrition. The importance of that message was reinforced by the enthusiastic participation of the world-class experts, specialists and peak performers that contributed and shared their knowledge. Our commitment is to continue making the invisible visible through events like these and through our marketing efforts so that more people, organizations and businesses learn how Aires can help transform the electromagnetic environments around us all to promote well-being." Event #1: Demo Day Symposium at UFC's Performance Institute The Demo Day Symposium was held at the UFC's Performance Institute (PI) during UFC's International Fight Week on Wednesday, June 25. The symposium's focus on the biological impacts of electromagnetic environments aligned with UFC PI's dedication to peak performance, recovery, and human potential. The event included a panel discussion with Aires CEO Josh Bruni, the PI's Vice President of Performance Dr. Duncan French, neuroscientist Dr. Dogris, and top athletes. Event #2: Built For Brilliance Roundtable on Environmental Wellness On Thursday, June 26, Aires hosted the Roundtable on Environmental Wellness in partnership with Biohack Yourself Media ( The event explored the influence of environment — including electromagnetic environments and electromagnetic fields (EMFs) — on sleep, stress, physical recovery and cognition. The roundtable's conversation was hosted by Biohack Yourself Media's TereZa Lolli, and brought together leaders from the fields of peak performance, medicine, and environmental design, including: Josh Bruni, Aires CEO Gary Brecka, renowned human biologist, biohacker, and longevity expert Michael Chandler, UFC Lightweight division fighter & father Dr. Nicholas Dogris, health psychologist, neuroscientist & neurorehabilitation director at Florida-based FHE Health Dr. Dan Rubin, board-certified naturopathic oncologist & owner/practitioner at Arizona-based Naturopathic Specialists, LLC Sarah Baeumler, Environmental Architect, designer, creative entrepreneur & star/host of HGTV's series Renovation Island Biohack Yourself Media's TereZa Lolli and Anthony Lolli, Publisher and Editor In Chief About American Aires Inc. American Aires Inc. is a Canadian-based nanotechnology company committed to enhancing well-being and environmental safety through science-led innovation, education, and advocacy. The company is selling a line of proprietary patented silicon-based resonator products that optimize electromagnetic field (EMF) environments to support health and well-being.* Aires' Lifetune products diffract EMF radiation emitted by consumer electronic devices such as cellphones, computers, baby monitors, and Wi-Fi, including the more powerful and rapidly expanding high-speed 5G networks. The Aires Certified Spaces TM ( standard is a set of protocols for implementing EMF modulation solutions to create authorized EMF-friendly spaces that support well-being in a tech-driven world. Aires is listed on the CSE under the ticker 'WiFi' and on the OTCQB under the symbol 'AAIRF'. Learn more at and *Note: Based on the Company's internal and peer-reviewed research studies and clinical trials. For more information, please visit On behalf of the board of directors Company Contact: Josh Bruni, CEO Website: Email: wifi@ Telephone: (415) 707-0102 Investor Relations Contact Grant Pasay (415) 707-0102 grant@ Certain information set forth in this news release may contain forward-looking statements that involve substantial known and unknown risks and uncertainties. All statements other than statements of historical fact are forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, statements regarding future financial position, future market position, growth, innovations, global impact, business strategy, product adoption, use of proceeds, corporate vision, proposed acquisitions, strategic partnerships, joint ventures and strategic alliances and co-operations, budgets, cost and plans and objectives of or involving the Company. Such forward-looking information reflects management's current beliefs and is based on information currently available to management. 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