Dana White looking serious during an interview. Photo: Reproduction/YouTube
Michael Chandler is going through a rough patch in his career and, at the very beginning of 2026, received terrible news. Having not fought since April, when he was knocked out by Paddy Pimblett , the American dreams of returning to action against Conor McGregor at UFC White House , an event scheduled to take place in June in Washington (USA). However, Dana White, president of the company, has a different plan.
In short, the UFC president denied having any interest in the fight between the veterans, signaling that it has lost its appeal. Interestingly, since 2023, Chandler has openly expressed his desire to face the Irishman, who hasn't fought since 2021, and is confident that he will be his opponent upon his return to the octagon. But now, Dana has been clear, destroying 'Iron's' objective.
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"No. That was a few years ago. No," said the UFC president in an interview with the YouTube channel 'Complex News'.
How did the soap opera begin?
The story of the fight between Chandler and McGregor began because of their participation in the reality show TUF 31. Traditionally, at the end of the season, the coaches of the two teams face each other in the UFC, and precisely for this reason, the American, fans, and MMA professionals believed that the fight would happen.
The duel between them was even officially announced and was supposed to take place in 2024, but an injury sidelined the Irishman. Since both are looking to fight at UFC White House , the fight has been considered again. But now, with Dana White's statement, Chandler, who has lost his last three fights, should have a completely different opponent in his next bout.
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