McGregor trains in Italy, reenters testing pool amid comeback talk

Conor McGregor is spending the summer in Italy as he steps up training for a possible return to competition, posting sparring footage and antidoping tests that have both fueled comeback speculation and drawn fresh criticism. The 37 year old former two division UFC champion has shared images of family life and social media clips of sparring sessions, and has confirmed he has reentered the sport's testing pool, moves that supporters say show seriousness while detractors argue they underscore lingering concerns about his judgment and readiness.

McGregor has been posting regular updates from Italy, including a photograph of his fiancée Dee Devlin and their four children in which he wrote, "I have ever been so at peace in my life as I am right now. Jesus is King! Family is life! Thank you." He has also posted images of a testing kit aboard his yacht, writing, "Another day. Another ufc tester aboard my yacht! CleanSport," and told followers he has completed more than one test. The UFC's official antidoping database lists at least one registered test session in 2025.

Sparring clips from a Naples gym showing McGregor exchanging heavy strikes with noticeably less experienced fighters...