Conor McGregor recently posted recordings of blood and urine tests performed on his boat on Instagram, claiming to have re-entered the UFC’s drug-testing pool.  He wrote, “I’m in the testing pool …  I gave my first blood test …  I am ECSTATIC!  I’m in SHAPE!”

The official UFC Anti-Doping database (UFCAntiDoping.com) does not show any tests assigned to him in 2025, despite the most recent update on July 25.  Despite extensive media attention and celebration, McGregor’s comeback is still uncertain until an official test is entered into the database.

USADA Rule: Six Months & Two Tests

Returning fighters must undergo six months of drug testing and submit two negative tests before participating under UFC regulations, unless granted a rare exception.  McGregor re-entered the pool in October 2023, but there is no word on whether the UFC or authorities relaxed the six-month minimum. 

Without proof of exemption, the clock begins with his first logged test.  That puts prospective eligibility in March or April 2026, matching with the planned UFC event at the White House on Independence Day in the US.

White House Card Still a Possibility

Former US President Donald Trump and the UFC are preparing a special card for July 4, 2026, maybe on the White House grounds.  McGregor’s comeback appears to be related to this major event.  His back-in-pool social media pictures have stoked rumors that he’s preparing for a historic comeback, and the UFC confirmed he still has two fights left on his contract. 

Dana White Casts Doubt.

UFC President Dana White declared unequivocally that McGregor “won’t be fighting anytime soon,” and that no return is imminent—despite the fact that McGregor continues to generate media attention for his return.  This mismatch between fighter passion and UFC message raises questions about how practical the recovery timeframe is.

Historical Testing Data Raises Eyebrows

Despite McGregor’s assertions, the UFC’s public drug testing database reveals that he filed five tests in 2024, but none in 2025 as of late July.  That disparity raises questions about whether his testing is ongoing or simply symbolic. 

McGregor’s previous return declarations failed, most notably when he withdrew from a planned fight with Michael Chandler in June 2024 due to injury.  Critics advise supporters to remain cautiously enthusiastic until confirmed findings are available in the database.

Legacy at Stake: Comeback Challenges

McGregor, 37, hasn’t competed since his leg break against Dustin Poirier in July 2021.  Subsequent injuries—a fractured toe and a lengthy recuperation period—have delayed any return.  His social media accounts indicate training vision and enthusiasm, but physical fitness is unknown.

McGregor’s involvement in politics, commercial initiatives with the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship, family duties, and legal issues—including being held responsible for sexual assault in a 2018 incident—are becoming increasingly distracting.  These distractions are often thought to be influencing his training consistency and attention.

McGregor’s return declarations in 2024 and before have consistently failed to gain public faith.  The UFC’s removal from USADA, as well as tensions over testing standards, have reduced trust in those responses.

What’s Next

UFC database updates: The community is watching for official entries of McGregor’s tests (blood or urine) during 2025.

UFC and McGregor meetup in Italy may hold clues about contractual or scheduling agreement. 

Dana White’s public remarks suggest careful negotiation or reluctance to commit.

White House card planning is ongoing, but McGregor’s participation hinges on verified eligibility and genuine commitment. 

Final Word: Hope vs. Hype

Conor McGregor’s latest drug testing videos have sparked enthusiasm among supporters, but the lack of official test data raises questions.  Until records show in the UFC’s anti-doping database, his comeback is only theoretical.

McGregor’s devotion to re-entry is evident, but audited tests are the only way to truly validate his efforts.  The six-month clock, along with continuing skepticism and the UFC’s cautious stance, implies that his comeback may be more optimistic than inevitable—at least for now.