Conor McGregor withdrew from his fight with Michael Chandler because of an injury he sustained during training. Chandler, a former UFC lightweight champion, had been intensively preparing for what would have been the most important fight of his MMA career against McGregor, a former two-division UFC champion.
They were supposed to headline UFC 303, but Islam Makhachev criticized Michael Chandler, calling him ‘Hachiko,’ the loyal dog. After Chandler remarks about McGregor’s injury, let’s dive into the details.
Islam Makhachev Taunts Michael Chandler
Islam Makhachev taunted Chandler and called him ‘Hachiko,’ the famed Japanese Akita known for its unwavering loyalty. According to legend, Hachiko waited faithfully for his deceased owner for a decade at Tokyo’s Shibuya Station, never seeing him again.
Conor McGregor disclosed that he sustained a toe injury during training, leading to his withdrawal from UFC 303. Following this, various sources shared pictures of his broken toe. The bout, originally set to feature as the main event of UFC 303 this month, was planned as a five-round, 170-pound matchup.
Chandler is unlikely to wait for McGregor, facing criticism for waiting and fans suggesting he should not wait. In response, Chandler hinted at a potential fight with Max Holloway for the BMF title, replying with a salute emoji and showing interest.
Although Holloway was expected to move to 145 pounds to fight Ilia Topuria, his next bout is still uncertain. Fans will need to wait longer for McGregor’s comeback. While Blessed vs. Chandler might not be the biggest fight ever, it promises to be thrilling. This fight is fitting the type of fights Chandler enjoys.
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