Michael Chandler shares one-word reaction to Conor McGregor reigniting fight discussions
Michael Chandler recently shared a one-word reaction after Conor McGregor reignited fight discussions. The Irishman has been dealing with his ongoing legal battle outside the octagon but appears to be re-interested in his long-awaited return to the octagon.
'The Notorious' and 'Iron' have been linked to a bout since serving as opposing coaches on 'The Ultimate Fighter'. The bout has failed to materialize due to McGregor not being in the USADA testing and was later scrapped from UFC 302 after the Irishman sustained a broken pinky toe, leading to his withdrawal from the event.
Chandler accepted a rematch with Charles Oliveira, two years in the making, but lost a unanimous decision. Despite the loss, the former Bellator lightweight champion's stock didn't take a significant blow as he cut a post-fight promo and kept a potential bout against McGregor alive.
After Championship Rounds posted their latest exchange on X, Chandler reposted it with a one-word reaction, indicating that the long-awaited fight against McGregor is imminent:
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Check out Michael Chandler's post reacting to Conor McGregor below:
How did Conor McGregor reignite fight discussions with Michael Chandler?
Conor McGregor was recently active on social media, sounding off fight-related topics including Ilia Topuria and Michael Chandler. He noted that he accomplished everything in the sport at 27 years old, which was a response to Topuria's comments that he plans to retire after accomplishing everything at 30 years old.
The Irishman responded to the former Bellator lightweight champion's post in which he challenged McGregor to stick to the promise he made on 'TUF' and fight him. McGregor reaffirmed that he will be returning to the octagon to fight Chandler and told him to heal up from his latest bout against Charles Oliveira:
"It's you! Rest up and I'll see you at the top. @danawhite #ManOfWord"
Check out Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler's exchange below: