UFC Lightweight Champion Islam Makhachev recently shared a unique idea for Michael Chandler to materialize a possible fight against Conor McGregor.
After his coaching run against ‘Notorious’ on ‘The Ultimate Fighter 31’ (TUF) in early 2023, ‘Iron’ has sparked rumors of a potential return against the Irishman. As the speculation fuels, Conor McGregor has declared that he wants to face Chandler during the UFC’s annual International Fight Week on June 29. However, UFC CEO Dana White has sternly rejected to confirm the fight.
Islam Makhachev shares his idea to Michael Chandler
During a recent interview with MMA Junkie, the reigning lightweight champion offered his distinctive strategy to ‘Iron’ in order to guarantee the setup of a fight with McGregor:
“You know, honestly, I hope the fight happens, but in this situation, Chandler looks very bad. For how many years has he been waiting for this fight? Every night, he goes to bed and has a dream, ‘I will fight Conor McGregor.’ Man, you’re not young, you have a chance to fight someone, make money, and then after, you can fight with Conor. He had already lost his last fight… Lose one more time and make money.
He added:
“Maybe if you lose again, Conor will see his fight, and he will think, ‘Oh okay, I can beat this guy.’ It’s a good fight for the fans but for the division it means nothing.”
Chandler’s most recent fight happened at UFC 281 in November 2022, resulting in a submission loss against Dustin Poirier. He even made an appearance on WWE Raw and called out Conor McGregor for a fight.
The potential clash between Michael Chandler and Conor McGregor has ignited fervent discussions among UFC fans. A showdown between two accomplished fighters promises high-octane drama. Both possess explosive striking abilities and a penchant for finishing fights, making this a tantalizing prospect.
For McGregor, a victory over Michael Chandler would bolster his legacy. It would demonstrate his versatility across weight classes, adding to his mystique as a multi-division contender.
Meanwhile, on the other hand, a win against McGregor would solidify his position as a top lightweight contender and elevate his career trajectory.
Fans crave marquee matchups, and this one delivers. The anticipation surrounding McGregor’s return and Chandler’s ascent generates buzz and keeps the MMA world abuzz.
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