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Harry Davies

Conor McGregor backed for title shot after Nate Diaz and Dustin Poirier snubs

Conor McGregor has been backed to fight for the UFC lightweight title upon his return after Nate Diaz and Dustin Poirier played down fights with him.

McGregor, who is still recovering from a broken tibia, is expected to make his return to the cage in the summer.

The Irishman had called to fight current 155-pound champion Charles Oliveira in his comeback fight, but Oliveira will now defend his belt against Justin Gaethje in May.

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