McGregor Says Next Fight Will Be His Last
The former UFC champion says he will retire after his remaining fight under his current contract, with no opponent or date yet set.
Updated on Nov. 3, 2026 in Mixed Martial Arts
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Connor McGregor, 38, announced on social media that he intends to retire after his next fight, which is effectively the final match left under his current UFC contract. The post also targeted Canelo Alvarez, 36, in a remark about fight revenue.
Why it matters
McGregor's retirement would close one of the most commercially prominent careers in mixed martial arts. His stated plan follows a difficult comeback that ended in injury, leaving his future competition uncertain.
McGregor's July comeback followed a five-year hiatus and was reportedly worth $30 million, ending in a 69-second TKO loss to Max Holloway. The schedule and opponent for his planned final bout have not yet been announced.
The players
Connor McGregor
Irish mixed martial artist and former two-division UFC champion known for his high-profile fights and marketing.
John Kavanagh
Longtime head coach of Connor McGregor who has guided him through much of his MMA career.
The details
McGregor wrote on social media on November 2 that he will properly promote his final fight. He suffered a rupture of his right anterior cruciate ligament early in the Holloway bout while attempting a flying kick, and his longtime coach John Kavanagh said he will probably only resume MMA training next year.
Timeline
July: McGregor makes his UFC comeback against Max Holloway, losing by 69-second TKO.
November 2, 2026: McGregor announces on social media that he intends to retire after his next fight.
Next year: McGregor is expected to resume MMA training, according to his coach.
Season Trajectory
McGregor's announcement continues a career marked by long gaps between fights and injury setbacks, following his five-year hiatus before the July return. Whether his final bout fulfills the retirement plan will shape how his legacy is weighed against other high-profile figures in mixed martial arts.
If McGregor's retirement fight is announced, fantasy and betting markets tied to his bouts will shift accordingly. Fans should watch for an official opponent and date, since the match has not been finalized.
The takeaway
McGregor's plan to retire after one more bout means fans should treat his remaining fight as a possible career finale. Watch for official confirmation of the opponent and date before drawing conclusions about his future.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by 조선일보.
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