Conor McGregor has praised Dana White for making a 'life-changing' decision ahead of UFC 300.
Conor McGregor has promised MMA fans "fireworks" after Dana White announced a major change to UFC 300 days before the event.Light Heavyweight Championship bout between current champion Alex Pereira and former belt-holder Jamahal Hill will headline the event, with the likes of Zhang Weili,
But it has come too soon for the Irishman, who is now rumoured to be fighting Michael Chandler at UFC 303 on June 29.The UFC usually pay post-fight bonuses of $50,000 for the fight of the night as well as two performance of the night awards. However, White confirmed at a press conference on Thursday that these bonuses would be increased to $300,000 for the 300th pay-per-view event in the promotion's history."Life changing money for many on the card. To look after your fighters is paramount! God speed Dana and team at @ufc, onwards and upwards!"
McGregor later added: "What a time to be alive! Have a great showing ladies and gents. I guarantee now we see ABSOLUTE FIREWORKS at @ufc 300! Can’t wait!"When asked about the Irishman's return, White cryptically replied: "Don't believe anything you read on the internet." Rory O'Callaghan is Editorial Lead at SPORTbible. He has previously worked for Sky Sports News, MailOnline and Reach covering football, cricket, boxing and MMA. Tested daily as a Liverpool fan in a Manchester office.
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