Michael Chandler has added an intriguing perspective to his upcoming bout against Conor McGregor, hinting that there might be more on the line than initially announced.
While Dana White confirmed McGregor’s return at UFC 303, scheduled for June 29th during International Fight Week, he also disclosed that the fight would take place at 170 pounds.
Despite the welterweight designation, Chandler speculated that there could be a surprise in store, suggesting that the bout might contend for a title in a potential new 165-pound division.
Michael Chandler on Conor McGregor fight for a title
In an interview with The Mac Life, the former Bellator lightweight champion mentioned the ongoing rumor about a 165-pound belt and hinted at the possibility of the McGregor fight being for such a title.
Chandler emphasized the secrecy maintained by the UFC and expressed openness to the idea of competing for a belt.
The prospect of Chandler vs. McGregor potentially becoming a title fight to introduce a new weight class adds an element of anticipation to the matchup, with potential implications for the welterweight division.
Meanwhile, Chandler has been vocal about his confidence heading into the fight, viewing a victory over McGregor as the pinnacle of his career. Speaking on The Shawn Ryan Show, Chandler reiterated his belief in securing a definitive win over the former two-division UFC champion.
Michael Chandler thinks that his fight against Conor McGregor “should be for a belt”, and doesn’t rule out their fight being for the 165 pound title 👀
“Man, I would not be surprised if all of a sudden that bout agreement comes over and says ‘for the 165 title’. You never know,… pic.twitter.com/XyFGw2vxRm
— Championship Rounds (@ChampRDS) April 16, 2024
He expressed his intent to dominate the fight, asserting his superiority and determination to make a lasting impression. Chandler envisioned a scenario where he overwhelms McGregor, sealing the victory and solidifying his status as the better fighter.
With Chandler’s bold predictions and the potential for a significant development regarding the fight’s stakes, the buildup to his clash with McGregor continues to charm fans and ignite speculation about the outcome.
