TLDR
- UFC uploaded custom Conor McGregor fight shorts to their official store before removing them shortly after
- The shorts feature a green design with $100 bills and the Ireland flag, made by Venum
- McGregor has shown interest in returning at the UFC White House event planned for June 2026
- The fighter recently rejoined the USADA drug testing pool after conversations with Dana White
- McGregor’s coach John Kavanagh confirmed the team is preparing a training program for his comeback
Custom fight shorts designed for Conor McGregor briefly appeared on the UFC’s official store before being removed. The shorts were uploaded and noticed by fans online before the promotion quickly took them down.
The design features green colors with $100 bills and the Ireland flag. Venum, the UFC’s official fight kit sponsor, created the custom shorts for the former double champion.
McGregor has not fought in over four years. The 37-year-old withdrew from a scheduled comeback at UFC 303 last year.
Things changed when President Donald Trump announced plans for a UFC event at the White House in 2026. The event is scheduled for June and will take place on the White House lawn.
McGregor immediately expressed interest in competing at the historic event. He had conversations with UFC president Dana White about returning to competition.
Return to Drug Testing
Following these discussions, McGregor rejoined the drug testing pool. This is a required step for any fighter looking to return to UFC competition.
The UFC began allowing custom shorts for popular fighters last year after ending their exclusive Reebok deal. Fighters like Alex Pereira, Israel Adesanya, and Max Holloway have received their own custom designs.
McGregor originally competed during an era when fighters could wear their own fight kit. The Reebok deal changed that policy for several years.
His longtime coach John Kavanagh recently discussed the comeback plans. Kavanagh stated that he and the team are “100% in” on McGregor’s return.
Training Camp Underway
The coach revealed that McGregor asked him to create a training program for the comeback. Kavanagh described preparations as going well.
Some fans remain skeptical about whether McGregor will actually return. The fighter has been mentioned regularly as a potential comeback candidate despite his long absence.
The brief appearance of the custom shorts on the UFC store has increased speculation. Fans spread screenshots of the shorts across social media before they were removed.
The shorts’ design reflects McGregor’s public image and wealth. The $100 bill pattern covers the entire garment.
McGregor has been working on getting back in shape according to recent reports. The White House event appears to be his target for a return.
The UFC has not officially commented on why the shorts were removed from the store. Dana White has not yet been asked about the matter publicly.
McGregor’s coach confirmed that a seven-month training camp has begun for the potential comeback.
