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The highly anticipated beef between Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler seems diminishing while moving further. Two of the bigwigs have been shooting salvos at one other since the TUF scenario took place. However, McGregor’s absence in the USADA pool has surely hindered the bout from taking place. Amidst the bout, UFC welterweight star, Rafael dos Anjos also made some blunt statements, considering Michael Chandler saying he doesn’t deserve to face Conor McGregor.

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Well, ‘RDA’s’ statement has now been highlighted again since UFC legend Chael Sonnen raised a discussion considering the same. Another YouTube video was in offer to reveal Sonnen’s notion.

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How did Chael Sonnen react to Conor McGregor’s past opponent?

Sonnen explained on his YouTube channel why Dos Anjos must have made such direct remarks in light of the unanticipated fight. Even the relationship that dos Anjos had with the eagerly awaited Conor McGregor was addressed.

He said, “Right when that fight was announced I believed RDA was the favorite, and even if it wasn’t the favorite, it was very tight. But the reason that is relevant is Conor could have been argued particularly when he won that lightweight championship. The best performance of his career, 17.2 M dollar gate, Madison square garden, opposite Eddie Alvarez.”

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He further stated, “But going into that fight which would have been him going into that RDA fight. His first time in that weight class he was believed by people he was too small and that is very common.”

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Well, Sonnen also had some other thoughts, which he explained further. He said, “I would love for RDA to finish that thought. What is it that you have to do if  RDA had won? RDA has certainly earned the right to an opinion. What does he mean by Michael Chandler doesn’t deserved to fight McGregor?” 

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Well, it was clear from his statements that he was completely concerned about why Dos Anjos must have said so. Considering Sonnen’s concern, what actually was the history of the Brazilian-American UFC star with McGregor was the biggest doubt.

The history between dos Anjos and McGregor

Rafael dos Anjos responded to the notion that he missed the chance to fight McGregor at one point in his remarkable career. When questioned about it, he maintained his composure and said he had no regrets. He said, “I have no frustrations on my career. I feel like fulfillness, fulfillment in my career you know. I have no regrets”. Following this, he also said, “If it don’t happen, don’t happen, you know….. I still have everything I want”.

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His claim that McGregor has more worthy opponents than Chandler is crucial in igniting discussion from Chael Sonnen. His viewpoint adds a level of complexity to the story as the UFC community eagerly anticipates McGregor’s comeback and makes a plea for a different distribution of opportunities inside the UFC environment. What do you think about Sonnen’s statements? Would McGregor return this year? Let us know in the comments.

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Akchhat Bachheti is a WWE content analyst and writer at EssentiallySports. Akchhat enjoys cutting storylines open and then bringing a fresh analysis on top fights. He has a great eye for picking out upcoming stars, having been a long-time supporter of CM Punk from back before PJ was an uppercard star. Thanks to this and a penchant for keeping up with rumors, Akchhat is the go-to guy for figuring out what promotions are going to do next. Outside of wrestling, he’s also an avid sportsman, dabbling with sports like tennis.

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