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Dana White Reveals Text Messages from Vince McMahon About Conor McGregor

On Thursday, UFC President Dana White shot down rumors that Conor McGregor was in negotiations to appear at WrestleMania 34 in New Orleans.

Appearing on Good Day New York (h/t Corey Jacobs of WrestlingNews.co), White said he texted WWE Chairman Vince McMahon before the show, and McMahon responded, "News to me," regarding the rumors.

White said McMahon also texted, "It might be good someday but not now," in reference to McGregor making a WWE appearance.

On Wednesday, Adam Higgins of the UK Sun reported that McGregor was "close" to a deal with WWE to appear and potentially wrestle at WrestleMania 34.