Conor McGregor: Dana White reveals Donald Cerrone as his next opponent

Cor McGregor has been out of action since losing to bitter rival Khabib Nurmagomedov in an explosive submission defeat at UFC 229. Irishman, who has been very vocal about wanting a rematch against Khabib, has revealed this month in Moscow that he is all set to make his much-anticipated return to c against an undisclosed opponent on January 18 next year. Cor tried getting several or fights after failing to get a rematch against Khabib Nurmagomedov.  proposed opponents included Frankie Edgar. Donald Cerrone, Justin Gaethje, and latest being Frankie Edgar. 

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UFC News: Dana White finally has an opponent for Cor McGregor!

Dana White, who was quick to shoot down Cor’s idea against former Lightweight Frankie Edgar in a recent interview citing a weight class difference amongst or reasons, has w revealed Donald Cerrone as front runner to fight Cor McGregor next.

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Cor McGregor vs Donald Cerrone - Is fight official?

UFC President Dana White has confirmed comeback date of January 18 that was anunced by Cor McGregor but has cautioned that fight is t yet official.

card, which will take place on January 18 is expected to be UFC 246 and will be held at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Donald Cerrone was also vocal about wanting a match with Cor McGregor ever since latter suffered a loss to Khabib, and was also in talks with UFC for matchup.

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Donald Cerrone - His last performance in octagon

Donald Cerrone h his last c encounter against best friend Justin Gaethje in main event of Fight Night 158. Cerrone did t have a successful showing after a crushing right hand and some follow-up shots spelt end of fight in very first round.

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