The MMA world is in the spotlight after none other than the UFC's Conor McGregor announced his return to action this summer against Michael Chandler. “The Notorious” admitted on ESPN, and his opponent “Iron” Michael Chandler will soon do the same in an interview with TMZ Sports. But their supposed return may be in doubt.
This is not the first time an Irishman has announced a fight against Chandler. On New Year's Eve, McGregor claimed he would return to action at UFC 302, a claim that was later confirmed to be false by the UFC CEO. The MMA legend seems to feel that's no different this time around.
UFC legend feels McGregor vs Chandler still uncertain
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In a recent YouTube video, “UFC Legends,” Chel Sonnen explained why he did not accept Conor McGregor's return announcement. Chell analyzed the story told by “The Notorious” and came to the conclusion that UFC CEO Dana White and Sonnen believe the deal is not yet done.
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Sonnen said in his YouTube video: “I can say it clearly after seeing my husband.” [White] Hear from Kamaru Usman and Henry Cejudo. There is no sign of an agreement and no offer of a match agreement. No date has been set.Same goes for Connor. [McGregor] He seems to truly believe he will fight Chandler this summer. ”
'The Bad Guy' appears to have come to that conclusion after analyzing what the UFC CEO said to Kamaru Usman and Henry Cejudo. Here's what Dana White had to say about the Irishman's return.
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Dana White talks about Conor McGregor's return
On a recent episode of the Pound4Pound podcast, Dana White addressed Conor McGregor's return inside the UFC Octagon. White insisted there was no lack of communication between the two, but he also seems to think a return attempt shouldn't be made at this point, given that the former two-time UFC champion is busy promoting the film. .
White said on the Pound4Pound podcast. “There's no lack of communication. You know where Connor is tonight, he's in New York City for the premiere of 'Road House.' He has an obligation right now to promote this movie. So he's flying around the world to go to all the premieres of this movie's release, this is an obligation he has to do… That's what it is, he's committed to this movie, he's He has an obligation to this movie, but he can't do both.”
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Do you agree with Dana White's statement regarding the former double champion's return or do you think McGregor vs. Chandler should take place this summer? Let us know your thoughts in the comments section below.
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