Conor McGregor's eagerly anticipated UFC comeback looks to have been placed on hold, after it emerged his intended comeback event is to host no title fights or pay-per-view clashes.

White confirmed on Thursday that McGregor has agreed to the welterweight bout at UFC 246. It will be his first fight since his defeat to Khabib Nurmagomedov last October.

The Irishman has signed to fight Donald Cerrone on January 18, and gave fans an insight into his diet as he steps up preparations for his UFC comeback.

Sportsmail charts the rise of fight purses from that 14-round brawl between Burns and Johnson to Conor McGregor's money-spinning foray into boxing to take on Floyd Mayweather in 2017.

The controversial Irish star will step back into the Octagon on January 18 to fight Donald Cerrone, with his last appearance in the sport having ended in defeat to Khabib Nurmagomedov.

Conor McGregor has called out his old nemesis Khabib Nurmagomedov for a rematch ahead of his long-awaited return to the UFC.

Conor McGregor is set to receive his highest UFC purse for his return against Donald Cerrone, with his comeback signalling his first fight since defeat to Khabib Nurmagomedov in October 2018.

Cerrone and McGregor are to meet at UFC 246 as part of the Irishman's return to the Octagon for the first time since October 2018. Cerrone does not want to be drawn into a war of words.

The 'Cowboy' moniker doesn't do justice to Donald Cerrone. Cheating death has become a habit for the American. He had intestines removed after a motorcross wreck and almost died in a cave.

The controversial Irishman answered his critics with a blistering knockout after just 40 seconds in Las Vegas, in what was his first fight since suffering defeat to Khabib Nurmagomedov.

WILL GRIFFEE IN LAS VEGAS: Conor McGregor branded himself 'Mr weight class' and admitted 'disrespecting' his team led to the renewed commitment to come back better than ever.

The Irishman overpowered Donald Cerrone in Las Vegas, despite being out of action for 15 months, after exploding into life from the first bell at UFC 246.

WILL GRIFFEE IN LAS VEGAS: Conor McGregor took 40 seconds to obliterate Donald Cerrone and launch his comeback in outrageous style. He looked every inch the slick and powerful operator.

There was no swaggering walk, or a beating of the chest. Instead a polite nod, a handshake and a warm embrace. This was Conor McGregor 2.0, a man who has returned to his throne with realigned values.

The 31-year-old UFC fighter could be lining himself up for a sensational return to the boxing ring and looks to have plenty of options when choosing his next opponent.

Conor McGregor will not get a shot at facing UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov until the Irishman beats Justin Gaethje, according to the Russian and American pair's manager.

Conor McGregor's coach believes he will return to the world of boxing in the next 12-18 months. John Kavanagh thinks the 'Notorious' will have 'something big' planned in the ring.

The Irishman's striking coach, Owen Roddy, teased a possible summer return to the octagon with his man having recently beaten Donald Cerrone in January.

After landing an Oscar nomination for Warner Bros.' A Star Is Born, the studio apparently wants to stay in business with Lady Gaga.

Lady Gaga celebrated the one-year anniversary of A Star Is Born, and her Oscar-winning song Shallow going platinum six times over on Saturday.

Lady Gaga headed out to the club after her Vegas residency performance on Halloween while dressed as a unicorn. Her costumed dancing happened just before news of her new film role.

The haute couture gown had been set to go under the hammer at Nate D. Sanders Auction House on October 31, but was removed from the sale just moments before bidding closed on the piece.

Lady Gaga is feeling celebratory after pulling in three Grammy nominations on Wednesday for A Star Is Born soundtrack.

Joanne Rogers, 91, was married to the popular American television personality, who died at the age of 74 in early 2003, for 50 years. Her husband's story is featuring in new film.

British wedding singer Charlotte Awbery, from Romford, East London, was invited to sing on the Ellen Degeneres show after going viral with her rendition of A Star is Born's Shallow.

The singer, 33, thrilled fans when she released the intergalactic space age tribal video for her new eighties electro-dance pop Stupid Love on Friday.

New York Times journalist L indsay Crousehas opened up about what it's like to learn that her ex is dating Lady Gaga. She and Michael Polansky dated for seven years.

The unusual appearance of the treehopper insect from Nicaragua - Kaikaia gaga - brings to mind the outlandish costumes worn by the pop star Lady Gaga.

Jonathan Barnett has negotiated over £1billion in active contracts and transfer fees with possible commissions exceeding £99m to rise to the summit, according to Forbes.

Gareth Bale's agent has warned people not to 'believe everything you hear' amid talk the Welsh attacker will make the move to the Chinese Super League in the January transfer window.

Zinedine Zidane has confirmed Gareth Bale is back in training with the Real Madrid senior side and working 'hard' ahead of his return from yet another injury.

La Liga returns this weekend with the title race tighter than ever with the top five separated by just two points. Real Madrid welcome Real Sociedad while Barcelona take on Leganes.

Zinedine Zidane has backed Gareth Bale to return to form with Real Madrid and insisted he is not bothered by the Welshman's 'Wales. Golf. Madrid' jibe.

Betting has been suspended on a return to Tottenham for Gareth Bale this month despite his agent suggesting that he is going nowhere. A flurry of bets have been placed in the last 24 hours.

Real Madrid used to be the club that most frequently broke the transfer record now they are the club who spend the most on what they believe will be the next big thing.

Tottenham and Real Madrid will enter talks on Wednesday over a sensational return for Gareth Bale - but the Wales star would have to agree to a massive pay cut.

Reports emerged on Friday morning that Bale was in talks to return to Spurs but nothing will come of negotiations regarding the 30-year-old in this window.

Bale's (left) agent Jonathan Barnett (inset) insisted there was never any negotiations between Spurs and his client and that the Premier League outfit wouldn't be able to afford his wages.

Gareth Bale's agent has defended his Welsh charge after Real Madrid fans were angered by the winger leaving the Bernabeu with 10 minutes to go during their 4-3 defeat to Real Sociedad. 

Gareth Bale is back in the Real Madrid squad for a La Liga game for the first time in over a month after being included for Sunday's match at Osasuna.

PETE JENSON IN SPAIN: Having played no part in the win that put Real back in control of their LaLiga fate it seemed Bale was in no mood to share the celebratory mood sweeping the squad.

Bale became one of the world's best wingers in north London before leaving Spurs for the Bernabeu in the summer of 2013 for what was then a world-record transfer of £86million.

Grrrr!!! Gahhhaaahhha! David went to see the flat in Notting Hill that I was thinking of renting, but not with any good grace, viz: 'I will view it for you, given you say I have no job.'

It's the season of giving, and this 'self-made' billionaire is helping those in need. Kylie Jenner posted on her Youtube Channel on Saturday afternoon announcing that she and momager Kris.

Despite Kourtney's plea to step away from cameras for a little more privacy, it appears the 40-year-old will be back in front of the spotlight

The 39-year-old supermodel posted a gorgeous snap with a host of women, while Kris dedicated her post to her daughters and grandchildren.

Karina Smirnoff was seen flaunting her burgeoning baby bump on Monday while leaving her dance studio with Kris Jenner in Woodland Hills.

Sara Saadat was studying at San Diego's Alliant International University and traveling with her sister, Saba Saadat, 21, and their mom, Shekoufeh Choupannejad, both from Edmonton, Canada.

MICHAEL BURLEIGH: Tehran claimed the air disaster which killed 176 was caused because of pilot error. Will this be a repeat of Chernobyl's 1986 nuclear disaster where the Soviets hid evidence?

Shohreh Bayat, 32, referee for the 2020 World Chess Championships in Shanghai and Vladivostock, fears returning to Iran after she was caught without a headscarf on.