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McGregor's Comeback: Chandler is the Only Fight Left?
14 Jul
Summary
- Conor McGregor's return fight at UFC 329 ended with an injury.
- Michael Chandler has waited years for a fight against McGregor.
- Israel Adesanya believes Chandler is the only logical opponent.
Conor McGregor's recent comeback fight at UFC 329 ended abruptly due to a leg injury sustained early in the contest, marking another setback after his July 2021 injury. McGregor aims to fulfill his last UFC contract, but his next opponent remains uncertain.
Israel Adesanya has publicly stated that if McGregor decides to return, Michael Chandler is the only opponent that makes sense. Chandler, a former Bellator champion, has been vocal about fighting McGregor since joining the UFC in 2021. Their planned bout at UFC 303 in June 2024 was canceled when McGregor withdrew due to injury, leaving Chandler waiting for two years.
Adesanya feels McGregor owes Chandler the fight, given the long pursuit and the history built during their coaching stint on The Ultimate Fighter. He suggests this matchup would allow them to settle their perceived "heat."
Given McGregor's star power, he could have many options, but his recovery and readiness are key factors. Adesanya believes a fight with Chandler is not only a favorable matchup for McGregor but also a winnable one, offering a chance for a satisfying conclusion to his career rather than retiring on recent disappointments.
