Michael chandler (dir.) comes from victory over Tony Ferguson. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
No confirmation of the long-awaited fight against Conor McGregor, Michael chandler decided to temporarily change targets. In your profile on X, the lightweight lightweight (up to 70,3kg.) revealed his desire to test himself against the category champion. In the publication, the American indicated the reason why he believes he could overcome the star of the division.
“Islam has not faced anyone who sees 'red'. He has never been in a real battle. He only faced 'polite' opponents. The real battle is your kryptonite,” Chandler wrote.
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Islam hasn't fought anyone who sees “red” – hasn't been in a dogfight – he has fought polished guys…the dogfight is his kryptonite. # ufc294
— Michael chandler (@MikeChandlerMMA) October 21, 2023
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