Dave, Fred and AJ during Ringside Report MMA of October 5th, 2023 had a lively chat about UFC 300 Dreaming Big with Conor, Brock, and Jon, set to go down in April 2024. Our focus today? A potential main event that could feature none other than the notorious Conor McGregor, who’s making a splash back into the octagon.
Back in the USADA Mix and Back in the USADA Mix
McGregor vs Chandler at UFC 300?
Kicking things off, Dave Simon dropped a bombshell – Conor McGregor has re-entered the USADA drug testing pool. That means we might see the Irish superstar step into the cage again in April. AJ D’Alesio and Fred Garcia couldn’t contain their surprise, chiming in with a resounding, “Man, what?”
Conor vs. Michael Chandler: The Ultimate Showdown
Dave Simon throws out a tantalizing idea – could Conor McGregor’s comeback fight be against the hard-hitting Michael Chandler in the main event of UFC 300? The guys all seem to be on board with this idea. Chandler’s been patient and deserves his shot at the spotlight. While Nate Diaz’s name is mentioned, Chandler seems to be the front-runner.
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Dream Matches and Potential Showstoppers
As the discussion continues, the guys brainstorm and begin their UFC 300 dreaming big with Conor. Fred Garcia mentions that if Tony Ferguson miraculously pulls off a win against Paddy Pimblett, he could be an intriguing contender for McGregor. But, they all agree, it’s a long shot.
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Nate Diaz vs. Conor McGregor Trilogy?
AJ D’Alesio tosses in the idea of a Nate Diaz vs. Conor McGregor trilogy fight. The mere mention of this gets everyone’s excitement levels up. It’s a fight that could truly electrify fans. Dave Simon, however, reminds us that Michael Chandler has earned his place in the main event conversation.
The chat takes a broader turn as the guys discuss what UFC 300 needs to shine on this historic milestone. Fred Garcia brings up the possibility of heavyweight title fights, with Jon Jones and Stipe Miocic potentially in the mix. AJ D’Alesio emphasizes the need for a stacked card from the prelims to the main event, ensuring that every fight delivers serious fireworks.
The Ultimate UFC 300 Dream Card
Dave Simon goes all-in with his dream card for UFC 300: Brock Lesnar vs. Jon Jones for the heavyweight title as the main event, with Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler as the co-main event. He also throws in matchups like Khamzat Chimaev vs. Robert Whittaker, Israel Adesanya, or Dricus du Plessis, aiming to create a card packed with big names and epic showdowns.
Conor McGregor during halftime in game four of the 2023 NBA Finals between the Miami Heat and Denver Nuggets | Courtesy: Kyle Terada / USA TODAY Network
The Final Verdict for UFC 300 Dreaming Big with Conor, Brock, and Jon
Ultimately, one thing is crystal clear – UFC 300 promises to be a night for MMA fans worldwide to remember. Whether it features dream matchups, the return of legends, or the rise of new stars, we can’t wait to see how the UFC plans to celebrate this incredible milestone. Get ready for a night of epic battles, surprises, and unforgettable moments in the octagon. UFC 300, we’re counting down the days!
Since this article was published there have been several confirmations that both Jon Jones and Conor McGregor‘s injuries will not be healed in time for UFC 300.
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Three stories are colliding in MMA right now, and none of them are particularly flattering for the sport. Colby Covington is out of the UFC after going once-a-year for five years and losing four of his last six — then finding himself off the White House guest list despite being Trump’s loudest MMA supporter for a decade. Trump’s actual favorite fighter? Khabib. UFC Freedom 250 is June 14 on the White House lawn with Ilia Topuria vs. Justin Gaethje and Alex Pereira vs. Cyril Gane, but the UFC is running its own judges with no government athletic commission in place, it’s going to be 80-plus degrees outside with insects swarming the lights, and 50,000 people are watching on outdoor screens nearby. And Dana White told Time magazine that people who talk about their mental health publicly are giving young men permission to be weak. It’s the most dangerous thing he’s said in years — and the most revealing.
Wrestling Uncensored Episode 782 arrives the night before Saturday Night’s Main Event 2026 — and the timing couldn’t be better. Dave Simon and Johnny North go through the full SNME card: Penta vs. Ethan Page for the IC title, The Vision vs. Street Profits for the World Tag titles, the Jade Cargill six-woman tag with a title match in Italy on the line, Becky Lynch vs. Sol Ruca, and whether Paige and Brie’s Women’s Tag run finally ends against Lash Legend and Nia Jax. Plus the complete AEW Double or Nothing 2026 preview — Darby Allin defending against MJF in a hair vs. title main event, Ospreay vs. Samoa Joe in the Owen Hart Cup, FTR vs. Edge and Christian in an I Quit career-ending tag match, and Takeshita vs. Okada. And Brock Lesnar is back after a month-long retirement, with a contract, no explanation, and four F5s on Oba Femi.
Conor McGregor is officially back. UFC 329, July 11, 2026, T-Mobile Arena — McGregor versus Max Holloway in a welterweight rematch at 170 pounds. The UFC announced it mid-MVP MMA 1, which was either perfect timing or a mercy kill depending on how you look at it. Because MVP MMA 1 was not the show the sport needed. Ronda Rousey submitted Gina Carano in 17 seconds, then retired on the microphone. Junior dos Santos and Francis Ngannou were involved in mismatches. The broadcast felt decades behind. Meanwhile, the UFC is heading into the most ambitious summer in company history — Freedom 250 at the White House on June 14th, Makhachev vs. Gaethje for the lightweight title, Pereira vs. Gane for the interim heavyweight belt, and a full UFC 329 card built around the return of the sport’s biggest star. The gap between the real sport and everything else has never looked wider.
AEW Double or Nothing 2026 is one week away with Darby Allin defending against MJF in a hair vs. title main event. Dave Simon and Johnny North break down the full card, lock in Cody Rhodes vs. Gunther for Clash in Italy, and dig into Bron Breakker, Sami Zayn, and a possible Asuka exit on Episode 781.
UFC 300 Dreaming Big with Conor, Brock, and Jon
Dave, Fred and AJ during Ringside Report MMA of October 5th, 2023 had a lively chat about UFC 300 Dreaming Big with Conor, Brock, and Jon, set to go down in April 2024. Our focus today? A potential main event that could feature none other than the notorious Conor McGregor, who’s making a splash back into the octagon.
Back in the USADA Mix and Back in the USADA Mix
Kicking things off, Dave Simon dropped a bombshell – Conor McGregor has re-entered the USADA drug testing pool. That means we might see the Irish superstar step into the cage again in April. AJ D’Alesio and Fred Garcia couldn’t contain their surprise, chiming in with a resounding, “Man, what?”
Conor vs. Michael Chandler: The Ultimate Showdown
Dave Simon throws out a tantalizing idea – could Conor McGregor’s comeback fight be against the hard-hitting Michael Chandler in the main event of UFC 300? The guys all seem to be on board with this idea. Chandler’s been patient and deserves his shot at the spotlight. While Nate Diaz’s name is mentioned, Chandler seems to be the front-runner.
Dream Matches and Potential Showstoppers
As the discussion continues, the guys brainstorm and begin their UFC 300 dreaming big with Conor. Fred Garcia mentions that if Tony Ferguson miraculously pulls off a win against Paddy Pimblett, he could be an intriguing contender for McGregor. But, they all agree, it’s a long shot.
Nate Diaz vs. Conor McGregor Trilogy?
AJ D’Alesio tosses in the idea of a Nate Diaz vs. Conor McGregor trilogy fight. The mere mention of this gets everyone’s excitement levels up. It’s a fight that could truly electrify fans. Dave Simon, however, reminds us that Michael Chandler has earned his place in the main event conversation.
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UFC 300: A Milestone Extravaganza
The chat takes a broader turn as the guys discuss what UFC 300 needs to shine on this historic milestone. Fred Garcia brings up the possibility of heavyweight title fights, with Jon Jones and Stipe Miocic potentially in the mix. AJ D’Alesio emphasizes the need for a stacked card from the prelims to the main event, ensuring that every fight delivers serious fireworks.
The Ultimate UFC 300 Dream Card
Dave Simon goes all-in with his dream card for UFC 300: Brock Lesnar vs. Jon Jones for the heavyweight title as the main event, with Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler as the co-main event. He also throws in matchups like Khamzat Chimaev vs. Robert Whittaker, Israel Adesanya, or Dricus du Plessis, aiming to create a card packed with big names and epic showdowns.
The Final Verdict for UFC 300 Dreaming Big with Conor, Brock, and Jon
Ultimately, one thing is crystal clear – UFC 300 promises to be a night for MMA fans worldwide to remember. Whether it features dream matchups, the return of legends, or the rise of new stars, we can’t wait to see how the UFC plans to celebrate this incredible milestone. Get ready for a night of epic battles, surprises, and unforgettable moments in the octagon. UFC 300, we’re counting down the days!
Since this article was published there have been several confirmations that both Jon Jones and Conor McGregor‘s injuries will not be healed in time for UFC 300.
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Three stories are colliding in MMA right now, and none of them are particularly flattering for the sport. Colby Covington is out of the UFC after going once-a-year for five years and losing four of his last six — then finding himself off the White House guest list despite being Trump’s loudest MMA supporter for a decade. Trump’s actual favorite fighter? Khabib. UFC Freedom 250 is June 14 on the White House lawn with Ilia Topuria vs. Justin Gaethje and Alex Pereira vs. Cyril Gane, but the UFC is running its own judges with no government athletic commission in place, it’s going to be 80-plus degrees outside with insects swarming the lights, and 50,000 people are watching on outdoor screens nearby. And Dana White told Time magazine that people who talk about their mental health publicly are giving young men permission to be weak. It’s the most dangerous thing he’s said in years — and the most revealing.
Saturday Night’s Main Event 2026 Preview + AEW Double or Nothing Picks
Wrestling Uncensored Episode 782 arrives the night before Saturday Night’s Main Event 2026 — and the timing couldn’t be better. Dave Simon and Johnny North go through the full SNME card: Penta vs. Ethan Page for the IC title, The Vision vs. Street Profits for the World Tag titles, the Jade Cargill six-woman tag with a title match in Italy on the line, Becky Lynch vs. Sol Ruca, and whether Paige and Brie’s Women’s Tag run finally ends against Lash Legend and Nia Jax. Plus the complete AEW Double or Nothing 2026 preview — Darby Allin defending against MJF in a hair vs. title main event, Ospreay vs. Samoa Joe in the Owen Hart Cup, FTR vs. Edge and Christian in an I Quit career-ending tag match, and Takeshita vs. Okada. And Brock Lesnar is back after a month-long retirement, with a contract, no explanation, and four F5s on Oba Femi.
McGregor vs. Holloway at UFC 329: The Rematch, the Odds, and Why MVP MMA 1 Made the UFC Look Untouchable
Conor McGregor is officially back. UFC 329, July 11, 2026, T-Mobile Arena — McGregor versus Max Holloway in a welterweight rematch at 170 pounds. The UFC announced it mid-MVP MMA 1, which was either perfect timing or a mercy kill depending on how you look at it. Because MVP MMA 1 was not the show the sport needed. Ronda Rousey submitted Gina Carano in 17 seconds, then retired on the microphone. Junior dos Santos and Francis Ngannou were involved in mismatches. The broadcast felt decades behind. Meanwhile, the UFC is heading into the most ambitious summer in company history — Freedom 250 at the White House on June 14th, Makhachev vs. Gaethje for the lightweight title, Pereira vs. Gane for the interim heavyweight belt, and a full UFC 329 card built around the return of the sport’s biggest star. The gap between the real sport and everything else has never looked wider.
Cody Rhodes vs. Gunther Heads to Italy, Sammy Guevara Gets His Shot, and AEW Double or Nothing 2026 Is One Week Away
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