UFC is Secretly Booking Conor McGregor's Next Fight; Says Chael Sonnen

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UFC secretly booking Conor McGregor vs Kamaru Usman!

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Conor McGregor has expressed his desire to face kamaru Usman and wants to make his return against the welterweight champ.

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Meanwhile, Conor McGregor continues to tease his return to the UFC's welterweight division.

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