McGregor's return announcement surprised the MMA world, and Chandler, known for his lightweight prowess, welcomes the challenge with an "any weight is good with me" attitude. Explore the details and the fighters' reactions here.
Former two-weight champion Conor McGregor dropped a bombshell by revealing a headline bout against Michael Chandler at UFC 302 on June 28, set to ignite International Fight Week in Las Vegas. The catch? It's a middleweight clash, uncharted territory for both fighters.
Michael Chandler, known for his explosive lightweight performances, responded with a fearless attitude, saying, "Any weight is good with me." The former Bellator three-time lightweight kingpin seems undaunted by the prospect of making his middleweight debut against McGregor, showing his readiness for the challenge.
The backdrop of this clash includes McGregor's hiatus since UFC 264, where he suffered a leg injury against Dustin Poirier, and Chandler's recent loss to Poirier as well. The two served as opposing coaches on The Ultimate Fighter 31, building up the anticipation for a showdown that promises fireworks.
For more details on this unexpected middleweight clash and the fighters' reactions, dive deeper into the story here.