Sounds like there won't be any jumping the line, as Dana is all in on having Justin-Khabib in September.
Tony is taking an extended break according to his coach, so Summer/Fall are likely out for him.
Dana mentions that he believes Conor will fight this Summer (even though that seems at odds with his previous statement about not wanting to give up a live gate on a Conor fight).
Nate isn't even in the discussion at this point in time.
So, what's next? My guess? Based on this quote from Dana, I think McGregor will be rematching Porier. It makes sense for the division and considering the above points, I think that is the only reasonable option for the winner to be in line to face the winner of Justin/Khabib.
Tony is taking an extended break according to his coach, so Summer/Fall are likely out for him.
Dana mentions that he believes Conor will fight this Summer (even though that seems at odds with his previous statement about not wanting to give up a live gate on a Conor fight).
Nate isn't even in the discussion at this point in time.
So, what's next? My guess? Based on this quote from Dana, I think McGregor will be rematching Porier. It makes sense for the division and considering the above points, I think that is the only reasonable option for the winner to be in line to face the winner of Justin/Khabib.
‘Obviously Gaethje and Khabib is going to happen, looks like that’s going to happen in September,’ White continued. ‘And we’ll figure out what’s next for Conor. Conor will probably fight this summer, then you have [Gaethje-Khabib] fight in September, and then that will line up a fight up for the winner.’
Is that the common consensus here or do you have other guesses?