BREAKING: Dana White reveals Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler is off
DANA DROPS BIG NEWS TO @SpinninBackfist
Conor McGregor WILL NOT fight Michael Chandler next 👀 pic.twitter.com/ucHWmaYLBr
— Spinnin Backfist (@SpinninBackfist) September 14, 2024
Chandler hasn’t fought since a submission loss to Poirier at UFC 281. Immediately after UFC 281, Chandler called out McGregor, but his nearly three-year wait won’t pay off in his desired booking.
In terms of possible opponents for both McGregor and Chandler, a few names are circulating in terms of speculation. Earlier this year, McGregor appeared to briefly pivot towards a potential fight against Max Holloway, who faces Ilia Topuria at UFC 308.
Chandler also has Holloway on his radar after some recent social media hinting. A lightweight rematch against Charles Oliveira is also possible after the two fought for the then-vacant belt at UFC 262.
Nevertheless, it appears the three-year saga of McGregor vs. Chandler is coming to an abrupt end. Whether or not the fight happens down the line remains to be seen, but it isn’t in the UFC’s immediate plans.
