"McGregor's an addict": Ben Askren doubts Conor's return to UFC

Ben Askren, former UFC fighter, has made some bold claims about Conor McGregor's future in the octagon, sparking controversy among fans. McGregor, known for his meteoric rise to fame and wealth, is now facing criticism from Askren, who believes the Irish fighter's extravagant lifestyle may prevent him from ever making a serious comeback.

Askren recently took to social media to share his thoughts on why McGregor, once the face of the UFC, may never return to the sport. According to Askren, McGregor's focus has shifted away from fighting and toward maintaining his luxurious lifestyle.

It's pretty obvious to me that Conor McGregor is an addict,

He added that McGregor's wealth and status allow him to live a life of constant partying without facing significant consequences. Videos of McGregor enjoying lavish parties and avoiding training have only fueled these claims.

Askren continued, "This guy clearly is out partying and can't show up for training camp." He expressed doubts that McGregor's notorious party lifestyle will allow him to return to top form in the UFC. Despite the Irishman's massive success and fan , Askren believes that McGregor's current lifestyle is incompatible with a serious commitment to MMA.

Chael sonnen also loses faith in McGregor's return

Askren isn't the only one questioning McGregor's future in the octagon. UFC legend Chael Sonnen has also raised concerns about McGregor's readiness for a comeback. Speaking on his show Good Guy/Bad Guy, Sonnen commented, "I don't know what to make of Conor. We're looking foolish at this point by continuing to act as though he's going to come back."

Sonnen pointed out that McGregor's interest in training appears to have waned, and after suffering a severe injury in his fight against Dustin Poirier, his motivation to return seems even more uncertain. Meanwhile, McGregor's intended opponent, Michael Chandler, has moved on and scheduled a fight with Charles Oliveira, leaving McGregor without a confirmed match.

Is McGregor done with the UFC?

As fans continue to speculate about McGregor's next move, many are starting to share Askren and Sonnen's concerns. With no official return date and McGregor seemingly more interested in enjoying his wealth than stepping into the octagon, the question remains: Will Conor McGregor ever fight again? Fans eagerly await answers, but the longer the delay, the more doubtful his comeback seems.