The excitement surrounding UFC 300 has intensified as fans eagerly anticipate Conor McGregor’s return to the octagon. Speculation about the timing of this highly anticipated event has been rampant since its announcement, with many hoping to see McGregor back in action.

Since suffering a devastating leg injury during his fight against Dustin Poirier at UFC 264, the Irish fighter has remained on the sidelines. UFC 300 has emerged as a potential comeback event for him; however, recent developments have cast doubt on this possibility. Many fans are left wondering if McGregor will indeed make his return at this significant milestone.

Chael Sonnen has weighed in on the situation, suggesting that the UFC may not offer McGregor the opportunity to headline the event. Instead, the promotion is likely to reserve the main event slot for a high-stakes title fight, which could leave McGregor without a prominent place on the card.

“The reason Conor McGregor, the biggest star in the sport, won’t be fighting at UFC 300 is straightforward,” Sonnen explained. “This isn’t about USADA, Michael Chandler, or even McGregor’s training. The reason is simple: it’s not a title fight.”

“UFC 300 will focus on championship bouts, potentially featuring three title fights. The final fight of the night is expected to be a championship match, which would mean that if McGregor is placed on the card, he cannot claim the main event position.”

“Placing your biggest star anywhere but the main event is, effectively, a demotion. That’s precisely why he won’t be competing at UFC 300,” Sonnen concluded, emphasizing the promotional strategy behind fight placements.

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As the uncertainty about Conor McGregor’s return continues to grow, it’s clear that there are no shortages of willing opponents eager to face him in the octagon. Michael Chandler has been advocating for a showdown with ‘The Notorious’ for most of 2023, suggesting that McGregor may be waiting for a more favorable matchup.

Another potential fight on the horizon for McGregor could be a fourth meeting with his long-time rival, Dustin Poirier. The two fighters have expressed mutual interest in facing each other again, with both targeting a spectacular showdown at UFC 300.

To gain further insights into Chael Sonnen’s thoughts on UFC 300 and the implications of Conor McGregor’s potential absence from the card, check out the video below.

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