Highlights
- Dana White confirms Jim Miller as the first fighter for UFC 300, highlighting Miller's impressive records and past milestone events.
- White wants UFC 300 to be a special experience for fans, promising an unforgettable event with exceptional fight cards and a captivating atmosphere.
- White stays cryptic about Conor McGregor's return, stating that it is ultimately up to McGregor to regain his passion and desire to compete. No confirmed date for McGregor's next fight.
Dana White has revealed the initial fighter slated to compete at UFC 300. While many UFC fans anticipated Conor McGregor's name being associated with this historic card, recent reports indicate that the Irish star won't make his return until the summer. McGregor has been absent from the octagon since suffering a leg break during his trilogy bout with Dustin Poirier at UFC 264 in July 2021.
The UFC CEO announced Jim Miller as the first confirmed fighter for this monumental event. Miller currently holds UFC records for the most bouts, total wins, and wins in the lightweight division. Having participated in UFC 100 in 2009 with a victory over Mac Danzig and UFC 200, where he secured a first-round TKO against Takanori Gomi in 2016, the 40-year-old veteran is no stranger to milestone events. White affirmed that Miller, who has won four of his last five bouts, will indeed be part of UFC 300, fulfilling the fighter's wish.
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White expressed his enthusiasm for Jim Miller's story during an interview with TNT Sports. He assured that he would make sure Jim Miller is included in UFC 300, instructing to inform Mick Maynard and Sean Shelby.
"That's a great story," White expressed to TNT Sports regarding Jim Miller. "I'll get that done for you. I'll get Jim Miller on the card for you. Consider that done… Text Mick and Sean and tell them we need Jim Miller on UFC 300 so I don't forget."
White envisions UFC 300 to be a special event, not only due to the fight card but also in terms of the overall experience for fans.
Comparing UFC 300 to the upcoming UFC 296, White emphasized the desire to create exceptional fight cards that captivate fans. He highlighted the complexity of UFC 300, considering factors beyond just the fights, such as the overall atmosphere and production. White aims for UFC 300 to stand out, promising an unforgettable experience, even from the first prelim of the night, with matchups that might seem too impressive for an initial bout.
“What’s going to make 300 more special than this Saturday night, the last pay-per-view of the year. So, there’s a lot more that goes into it than just the card, but what you can expect is the first prelim of the night for you to be going like, ‘Holy sh*t, this is the first prelim of the night? This is insane. This isn’t even right. These two shouldn’t be on the first prelim of the night.’ That’s how good 300 is going to be,” White said.
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White conveyed to TNT Sports that Conor is “extremely wealthy” and possesses various options in his life. He remarked that Conor's return to the fighting scene is contingent upon when he regains the passion and desire to compete. Ultimately, White emphasized that the decision rests entirely with Conor.McGregor is scheduled to fight Michael Chandler, but the fight is far from having a confirmed date.
