Despite the bout falling apart last year, lightweight luminary Michael Chandler is still intent on fighting Conor McGregor, and it may just be happening at the potentially biggest mixed martial arts show of 2026.
Michael Chandler Believes McGregor Will Be White House Opponent, Pending Reliability
Ever since their stint as opposing coaches on The Ultimate Fighter 31, Michael Chandler, as well as fight fans around the world, has been clamoring for a high-profile clash with McGregor. The two were previously booked to fight in 2024 in the main event UFC 303, however, following breaking his toe in training, the Irishman pulled out of the contest in what many were calling one of the most hyped fights of the 2020s.