Poirier dismisses McGregor return talk; UFC builds White House octagon

Dustin Poirier responded to speculation about a potential Conor McGregor return, stating bluntly "this is not about me, I wish him all the worst." Dana White shared a photo from the construction site of the octagon being built for an upcoming event at the White House. Islam Makhachev continued to hint at a July return while new footage emerged of sparring between Khamzat Chimaev and Brendan Allen. Carlos Ulberg has begun knee rehabilitation, and Arman Tsarukyan's next RAF fight will reportedly earn him at least a three-percent stake in the company. Payton Talbott posted a Toy Story reference tagging the UFC, seemingly hinting at diminished promotional interest in him.