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According to Michael Chandler, a fight between him and Conor McGregor will likely take place in the next six months

Michael Chandler has been eagerly eyeing a matchup with Conor McGregor since joining the UFC in 2021. Although Chandler’s UFC run has been prolific, with five bouts under his belt, he is yet to achieve his goal of fighting the Irishman. The pair, who are both former lightweight champions, are currently coaching opposite each other on season 31 of The Ultimate Fighter (TUF), where coaches … Continue reading According to Michael Chandler, a fight between him and Conor McGregor will likely take place in the next six months

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Jon Anik, has a positive outlook on Conor McGregor’s comeback, predicting it will happen by Q1 2024

UFC commentator Jon Anik is hopeful that former two-division champion Conor McGregor will make his comeback to the Octagon by fighting Michael Chandler in the next nine months. Both athletes had served as coaches on Season 31 of The Ultimate Fighter. Despite McGregor being accused of sexual assault during Game 4 of the NBA Finals in Miami and his legal team denying the allegations, Anik … Continue reading Jon Anik, has a positive outlook on Conor McGregor’s comeback, predicting it will happen by Q1 2024

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Michael Chandler questions Conor McGregor showdown in 2023, challenges him to step up

Michael Chandler has become increasingly agitated due to Conor McGregor missing the USADA testing program necessary to compete in a fight scheduled for later this year. The two champions are currently opposite one another on The Ultimate Fighter 31, and despite the show being based on them fighting later this year, McGregor’s absence is causing doubt. Chandler expressed his frustration in a video on social … Continue reading Michael Chandler questions Conor McGregor showdown in 2023, challenges him to step up

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Arman Tsarukyan seeks Michael Chandler’s name on his list, anticipates a top 5 competitor for his next fight

Arman Tsarukyan, a promising rising talent within the UFC lightweight division, has his sights set on his next opponent and his ultimate goal of becoming champion. After securing his seventh UFC win with an impressive third-round TKO over Joaquim Silva last weekend, Tsarukyan is ready for his next challenge. While some in the MMA community were puzzled by his pairing with unranked Silva, Tsarukyan is … Continue reading Arman Tsarukyan seeks Michael Chandler’s name on his list, anticipates a top 5 competitor for his next fight

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In UFC Vegas 75, Arman Tsarukyan overcomes distressing situation before delivering a brutal defeat to Joaquim Silva in the third round

Arman Tsarukyan was heavily favored to win Saturday’s UFC event against Joaquim Silva in the lightweight co-main event with odds exceeding -1000. However, Tsarukyan did not have an easy victory. After a dominating first round for Tsarukyan using his grappling, he switched things up in the second and was almost knocked out by Silva. Tsarukyan was able to regain composure and finish the round strong. … Continue reading In UFC Vegas 75, Arman Tsarukyan overcomes distressing situation before delivering a brutal defeat to Joaquim Silva in the third round

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Arman Tsarukyan acknowledged that a fight against Beneil Dariush would be logical, however, his top preference is to battle against Michael Chandler

Arman Tsarukyan has set his sights on two top-ranked fighters at lightweight following his impressive performance at UFC Vegas 75. Tsarukyan secured a third-round TKO win over Joaquim Silva and is now eyeing up Beneil Dariush and Michael Chandler as potential opponents. Dariush was recently stopped by former champion Charles Oliveira at UFC 289, but if he were to fight at UFC 293, Tsarukyan is … Continue reading Arman Tsarukyan acknowledged that a fight against Beneil Dariush would be logical, however, his top preference is to battle against Michael Chandler

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Conor McGregor faces sexual assault allegations during Miami Heat basketball match

Mixed martial arts fighter Conor McGregor is facing yet another sexual assault allegation. A woman claims the former world champion forced himself on her in a restroom at a Miami Heat game on June 9th this year, according to her attorney Ariel Mitchell. The woman is said to have filed a police report, with Mitchell sending officials a letter claiming McGregor ripped the elastic waistband … Continue reading Conor McGregor faces sexual assault allegations during Miami Heat basketball match

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As the lightweight division heats up, who do insiders see as the most worthy opponent for Islam Makhachev

Islam Makhachev won the lightweight title last October and is now waiting for his next opponent for UFC 294 in Abu Dhabi on Oct. 21. Since his last fight, many changes have occurred in the lightweight landscape including Charles Oliveira bouncing back, Justin Gaethje and Dustin Poirier set to fight again, and Alexander Volkanovski wanting another shot at Makhachev. Michael Chandler and Conor McGregor are … Continue reading As the lightweight division heats up, who do insiders see as the most worthy opponent for Islam Makhachev

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UFC 289 saw Michael Chandler applaud Charles Oliveira’s exceptional performance, hoping for a future rematch

UFC lightweight fighter Michael Chandler spoke highly of fellow fighter Charles Oliveira, praising his impressive performance against Beneil Dariush at UFC 289. Although Oliveira lost to Islam Makhachev in their title fight at UFC 280, he put up a great fight against Dariush, snapping the latter’s eight-fight winning streak. Chandler views Oliveira as a true fighter, impressed with how he approaches his fights and with … Continue reading UFC 289 saw Michael Chandler applaud Charles Oliveira’s exceptional performance, hoping for a future rematch

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Conor McGregor supports John Gotti III amid Floyd Mayweather controversy

Conor McGregor has taken a stance amidst the ongoing argument between Floyd Mayweather Jr. and John Gotti III. The two boxers had an exhibition match on Sunday, which quickly turned chaotic as a scuffle broke out between both fighters’ entourages after the referee stopped the fight. Gotti expressed his unwavering hatred towards Mayweather and called for “backup” from McGregor, who showed his support for Gotti … Continue reading Conor McGregor supports John Gotti III amid Floyd Mayweather controversy

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Dana White, in response to Conor McGregor’s viral punch mishap with an NBA mascot, expressed his thoughts

Dana White has shared his thoughts on Conor McGregor’s recent incident involving the Miami Heat’s mascot, saying that he is not surprised by McGregor’s behavior. White believes that the individuals who invited the former two-division champion onto the court should have been more careful about using his larger-than-life persona. White referenced a similar incident involving former heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder, who had previously attacked Nacion … Continue reading Dana White, in response to Conor McGregor’s viral punch mishap with an NBA mascot, expressed his thoughts

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Dana White expresses difficulty in managing Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler’s booking due to their strong personalities

The fate of Conor McGregor’s return to the UFC remains uncertain at this time. The former champion has been out of action since breaking his leg during a match against Dustin Poirier in 2020, though he did return as a coach in The Ultimate Fighter earlier this year. While he and Michael Chandler have yet to plan their bout, the question on everyone’s mind is … Continue reading Dana White expresses difficulty in managing Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler’s booking due to their strong personalities

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