Oh boy, the clash we’ve all been waiting for is on the horizon. Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler are finally set to throw down. And guess what? We’ve got a date.
Dana White, the big boss over at UFC, spilled the beans last Saturday night. He said McGregor and Chandler are gonna headline UFC 303. That’s happening on June 29, folks. They’ll be battling it out at 170 pounds. And where’s this epic showdown taking place? None other than the T-Mobile Arena in Vegas, baby. It’s the grand finale of International Fight Week.
Now, here’s the tea. McGregor and Chandler? They’ve been at each other’s throats as rival coaches on “The Ultimate Fighter 31.” But, for one reason or another, their fight kept getting pushed back since the reality show wrapped up last summer.
McGregor, that notorious name, hasn’t stepped into the octagon since July 2021. That’s when he had that gnarly leg break against Dustin Poirier at UFC 264. It’s been a rough patch for him, losing three of his last four fights. But let’s not forget, he did snag a win by first-round TKO against Donald Cerrone at UFC 246.
Chandler’s story? Well, it’s kinda similar. The ex-Bellator champ has faced some tough luck in the UFC, losing three of his last four as well. Last time we saw him was at UFC 281 in November 2022, where Dustin Poirier handed him a third-round submission loss. Tough break.
So, there you have it. McGregor vs. Chandler. It’s gonna be wild, unpredictable, and, honestly, anyone’s game. Can’t wait to see how this one unfolds.