UFC CEO Dana White has officially announced the highly anticipated showdown between McGregor and Chandler, set for June 29, 2024. Dubbed UFC 303, the event will unfold at the T-Mobile Arena in Paradise, Nevada, within the Las Vegas Metropolitan Area. Recently, Michael Chandler addressed criticism regarding his period of inactivity leading up to the Conor McGregor bout.
Michael Chandler Breaks Silence on Extended Inactivity Preceding Conor McGregor Bout
Michael Chandler is gearing up for his comeback to the octagon during International Fight Week in June, where he’ll take on Conor McGregor in the main event at UFC 303. Despite facing backlash for his inactive period leading up to the fight, the No.7-ranked lightweight has addressed the criticism, stating:
“Anybody in the sport of mixed martial arts, whether they are lying to you or not… they would have done exactly what I did. Trust me they’re all full of envy. They can act like they’re tough guys, and they would’ve fought 4 times in the time that I sat out. Maybe I missed out on 1 or 2 fights, but none of them are gonna even hold a candle to what is about to happen June 29th.”
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Despite McGregor’s recent inactivity, he is the most prominent and successful figure in UFC history. Chandler and McGregor served as opposing coaches on season 31 of ‘The Ultimate Fighter,’ aired from May to August last year.
Although many anticipated their matchup to occur sooner, the long-awaited clash between them is finally set for UFC 303. Scheduled during International Fight Week at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, on June 29, 2024, the anticipation for this event continues to mount, ensuring an unforgettable experience for fans.
