It seems that Conor McGregor’s anticipated battle with Michael Chandler might still take place in the future, despite setbacks. The clash between the two fighters was initially scheduled for UFC 303 in June, but McGregor had to pull out due to an injury. While Chandler is gearing up for a rematch with Charles Oliveira at UFC 309 on Nov. 16, McGregor has decided, in agreement with Dana White, to postpone his return to the octagon until next year.
Even though Chandler is currently tied up with his upcoming fight, McGregor is keeping an open mind about potential opponents. He has shown interest in facing Chandler down the line but is also ready to confront any other challenger that comes his way.
McGregor has revealed that he has only two fights left in his UFC contract and intends to wrap up his tenure with the organization by 2025. Following that, his future involvement in combat sports remains uncertain, considering he holds a stake in BKFC and has expressed a desire to compete in bare-knuckle boxing.
As the highest-earning fighter globally, McGregor’s journey post-2025 appears ambiguous, with numerous opportunities waiting to unfold.
