Michael Chandler Assured His Fight With McGregor Is
The announcement comes after Chandler revealed he has received official assurances that the fight will indeed happen, putting an end to the uncertainty surrounding the event.
Chandler, a former Bellator lightweight champion, has been campaigning for the fight since he was selected as McGregor’s opposing coach on The Ultimate Fighter 31. Fans have been eagerly waiting for the two explosive lightweights to clash inside the Octagon.
Despite delays and speculation about McGregor’s return, Chandler expressed confidence that the fight is now a done deal.
“I’ve been told everything is set. It’s happening, and I couldn’t be more ready,” Chandler stated in an interview with ESPN.
UFC President Dana White has remained tight-lipped about specifics, but insiders suggest that the bout could be scheduled for UFC 308, likely to be held in Las Vegas.
McGregor, the former UFC featherweight and lightweight champion, has remained mostly silent on the matter, though his sporadic social media posts hint at an intense training camp. If the fight moves forward as expected, it will mark McGregor’s first return to the Octagon since his July 10, 2021 defeat to Dustin Poirier at UFC 264, where he suffered a gruesome leg injury.
Chandler, known for his aggressive style and knockout power, sees this fight as the ultimate test.
“I respect Conor, but I’m coming to finish him,” he boldly stated.
Sources: UFC.com, MMA Junkie, ESPN MMA
