Conor McGregor vs Michael Chandler UFC fight date: When will MMA fight take place?

UFC superstars Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler were revealed as coaches for the revival of "The Ultimate Fighter" last year, with the anticipation that they would eventually face each other in a fight. However, as of now, there is still no resolution in sight for this matchup.

Conor McGregor initially asserted that the fight between him and Michael Chandler would occur during UFC International Fight Week in June, a statement contradicted by White later on. Despite engaging in media banter, Michael Chandler has refrained from placing blame on McGregor for the prolonged delay in the matchup.

Nearly a year has passed since UFC CEO Dana White initially hinted at a potential bout between Michael Chandler and Conor McGregor. However, the fight has yet to be officially confirmed, leading to a decline in fan excitement. Michael Chandler, like many others, expresses frustration over the prolonged delays.


Earlier in December Conor McGregor announced on social media that he plans to make his UFC comeback June 29 against Michael Chandler in Las Vegas.

ESPN reported that Chandler had been training for a fight with McGregor after coaching against him in "The Ultimate Fighter 31" reality series this year, but he hadn't been made aware of an official date for their fight.

McGregor (22-6) last fought at UFC 264 in July 2021. Dustin Poirier defeated him by first-round technical knockout after McGregor's leg broke.

Chandler (23-8) is a three-time Bellator lightweight world champion.

But rather than sticking with lightweight (155 pounds), McGregor proposed a fight at the middleweight level (185 pounds).

FAQs:

Q1. When did Conor McGregor fight?
A1. Conor McGregor (22-6) last fought at UFC 264 in July 2021. Dustin Poirier defeated him by first-round technical knockout after McGregor's leg broke.

Q2. When will Conor McGregor fight?
A2. Earlier in December Conor McGregor announced on social media that he plans to make his UFC comeback June 29 against Michael Chandler in Las Vegas.