Michael Chandler Agrees to Conor McGregor’s Weight Class Demand for Next Fight As Former Takes Up Offer Made on TUF
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In the aftermath of TUF 31, the Irishman Conor McGregor has been making headlines due to his tweets and posts regarding a potential fight against Michael Chandler. McGregor is often regarded as “The Mystic Mac” specifically due to the unpredictability that he has consistently displayed both inside and outside the octagon. This unpredictability has always been a topic of discussion among fans as well as critics.
McGregor, who initially entered the UFC as a featherweight fighter, has finally decided on the weight class in which he is going to make his comeback. He tweeted in response to a fan, and his response was promptly replied to by Chandler.
Chandler welcomes McGregor’s shift to 185 lbs, intensifying anticipation for their long-awaited face-off
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The 35-year-old fighter has been making headlines since the culmination of TUF 31, surrounding his comeback. The fighter was supposed to fight Michael Chandler following their coaching roles on The Ultimate Fighter. However, his tussle with USADA kept the matchup at bay. Recently, when a fan asked if McGregor would fight in the 170 lbs category, McGregor tweeted that he would do it in the 185 lbs category.
— Conor McGregor (@TheNotoriousMMA) September 10, 2023
185 would be great…finally an easy cut after 22 years of hard weight cutting. #seeyousoon https://t.co/dDcCVCpAOx
— Michael Chandler (@MikeChandlerMMA) September 10, 2023
Michael Chandler was soon to respond to McGregor’s choice as he took it to his Twitter account to agree on the weight class. Chandler stated, “185 would be great… finally, an easy cut after 22 years of hard weight cutting. seeyousoon.” His tweet added a new dimension to the comeback story.
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McGregor has been persistent in his efforts to make this fight happen since The Ultimate Fighter 31. However, he has been thwarted on multiple occasions due to USADA regulations. Dana White also hinted at McGregor’s comeback in December, but no official announcement has been made yet. Nonetheless, this tweet by Chandler suggests that the match will happen soon enough.
Conor McGregor tweet sparks speculation about clash with Volkanovski
In McGregor’s quest to make a comeback, he has challenged various fighters ranging from Michael Chandler to Dustin Poirier to Nate Diaz. However, in his recent revelation, he has called out Alexander Volkanovski making him his latest challenger. During the UPC 293 event, he made a tweet that shocked the MMA community.
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McGregor, in his own cheeky manner, tweeted, “Ask my bollox that little sausage Volkanovski is no way p4p 1. Silly. That’s quick work for me. 100% accuracy work. Readable. Hittable. Hurtable. I like he has this title tho we should fight at some stage so the FW goats will have all faced off and let there be no debate.”
His challenge has yet to get any reply from Volkanovski, McGregor’s tweet has ignited speculation about a possible clash between two of the most formidable featherweights in their prime. Nonetheless, McGregor still has his forthcoming bout with Michael Chandler on the horizon.
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As McGregor continues to make headlines with his unpredictability and callouts, the anticipation for his comeback fight against Chandler grows, adding excitement to the MMA world. What do you think will happen? Will Conor McGregor be able to make a comeback in December, or will he have to wait? Do tell us in the comments below.
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Edited by:
Kratika Vajpayee