Michael Chandler is known for his explosive power and iron will. He had climbed the ranks of the UFC with determination. Lately, however, he has found himself in a peculiar situation as he had been chasing a fight with the infamous Conor McGregor for what felt like ages.
The bout kept slipping through his fingers constantly. First, it was USADA issues. Then, a broken pinky toe. It seemed the universe had a twisted sense of humor. “Iron’ recently declared he was ready to put McGregor behind him. He wasn’t going to play the victim card.
“I’m not gonna ever play the victim… I’m ready to put you behind me. ready to put you flat on your back in the middle of an octagon, wherever it is, hopefully Las Vegas, Nevada. And I can walk out of that octagon and never have to think about you again,” said Chandler via Beat The Heat.
Michael Chandler’s words carried the weight of two long years. Two years since his last fight, a barnburner against Dustin Poirier at UFC 281. The memory of that night at Madison Square Garden still burned bright in his mind.
He remembered the roar of the crowd, the sting of defeat, and the bittersweet taste of earning Fight of the Night. It was a reminder of why he loved this crazy sport. Now, Chandler stands at a crossroads. He’s ready to move forward, with or without McGregor.
Michael Chandler Believes His Legacy Is Not Linked To Conor McGregor
The fiery lightweight with dynamite in his fists has a story to tell. It’s not just about punches and kicks, but dreams and determination. Chandler wrestled, he trained, and he fought his way up the ranks. Bellator saw his potential and made him their poster boy. Three-time champion!
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But Chandler wanted more. The UFC beckoned, and he answered the call and exploded onto the scene with passion. Then came the golden ticket: a coaching gig on The Ultimate Fighter opposite Conor McGregor. It was like winning the MMA lottery. But disaster struck, and delays piled up, which, for now, feels like an eternity. And “Iron’ has had enough of it.
“I love the idea that Conor and I did ‘The Ultimate Fighter,’ we had a training camp, we signed on the dotted line. But as much as I respect Conor, my legacy is not hinged upon this fight,” said Chandler via Lucky Block.
But don’t think for a second that he’s given up on the McGregor fight. Yet, there’s a newfound peace in Chandler’s voice as he’s not hanging his hat on one fight. He’s running his own race, training hard, and staying ready for his call to action.
