Conor McGregor calls for changes to save UFC White House event from bad weather

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Conor McGregor says there could be some difficult choices ahead to make sure UFC Freedom is able to go ahead as planned.

The former dual-weight UFC champion is excited to watch MMA at the White House on Sunday evening.

However, with heavy rain and thunderstorms forecasted for the Washington DC area, the event is expected to face significant delays.

McGregor has acknowledged the challenges but remains confident that the card will proceed, even if adjustments are needed.

McGregor weighs in on UFC Freedom plans

McGregor told Ariel Helwani: “There’s too many fights booked right now. I’m all for getting everyone paid and everyone out there, but you know I think they need maybe a little bit of experience at putting these types of cards together. As far as like from a logistical standpoint.

“So I don’t know what way it’s going to play out, I don’t know where I’m at yet. But you know, we’ll see what happens.”

Conor McGregor has called on the UFC to make sure every bout scheduled for UFC Freedom 250 goes ahead, even if it means cutting back on some of the extra features. The former dual-weight champion thinks they should focus solely on the fights if the weather doesn’t cooperate.

“In regards to the weather, the showpiece elements around the fight can be sacrificed,” McGregor posted on social media. “As great as I know they are, the fights are paramount! @UFConParamount. “Whatever window presents itself, stuff a scrap in it.”

He followed up with another post, adding: “ABSOLUTELY MAGNIFICENT! We do this at all costs! @ufc.”

When is Conor McGregor’s next fight?

Conor McGregor has been out of the Octagon since he broke his leg against Dustin Poirier at UFC 264 in July 2021. Next month, Max Holloway will be the one to welcome him back to the sport, with their fight set for UFC 329.

The bout takes place more than a decade after they first met as featherweight prospects, with McGregor winning that fight by unanimous decision. But not many are backing him to repeat that result this time around.

This time around though, Holloway is seen as the clear favourite going into their five-round welterweight rematch. Even so, it’s a chance for McGregor to remind everyone what he can still do – and possibly put together one of the most memorable returns in MMA history.