The highly anticipated clash between Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler is set to be held at UFC 303. Recently, “Iron” stood firm against McGregor’s suggested change in the fight format. The Irishman stated his preference for a three-round fight, but Chandler has refused to accept this condition. “The Notorious” has been absent from the UFC octagon since his loss to Dustin Poirier in July 2021. Now UFC 303 will see him make his return against Michael Chandler. There are also speculations that a new UFC title could be at stake on June 29 for this clash.
Chandler’s stances contradicts with McGregor’s proposal
In a conversation with Ariel Helwani on The MMA Hour, Chandler replied to McGregor’s desire to compete over three rounds and said that he needs to hone his intensity before moving into longer bouts. Chandler is known for his relentless style and is adamant on requiring a five-round contest. He stressed his preference for the challenges posed by a five-round fight and highlighted the rigorous training regime and mental toughness required for such a period. His stance contrasts with McGregor’s proposal, indicating a clash of strategies and mindsets for a highly anticipated match.
Chandler said, “I like five rounds. I like the idea of five rounds and a training camp where you have to go five rounds. I like the idea of the huge amount of road ahead of you and the toil in front of you for a five-round bout when you step inside the Octagon. One of us wants it and one of us doesn’t want it, so it’s a good indicator of who is ready to go to war. I’m glad it’s five rounds.”
Their fight ideas adds an intriguing layer to the clash
As the countdown to UFC 303 continues, the fight ideas between the two men are adding an interesting layer of anticipation and setting the stage for this iconic showdown in Las Vegas. UFC 303 is expected to be the biggest PPV card of the year and fans are extremely excited to see the comeback of “The Notorious.”
“Iron” made bold predictions
Michael Chandler has also made some bold predictions for his clash with the former UFC champion and suggested a quick finish within the first two rounds that could possibly end McGregor’s career. In a confident statement, Chandler expressed his anticipation for this highly anticipated event and predicted a decisive win that would leave a long-lasting impact on the “Mystic Mac.” He signaled his intention to leave a deep mark on the sport by saying, “I’ll finish Conor in the first two rounds and after that, probably end his career.”
