“Give It a Rest” – Fans Troll Michael Chandler for Optimism Around Conor McGregor Money Fight at White House Event

UFC lightweight contender Michael Chandler once again voices a plea to fight Conor McGregor at the UFC White House event.

“Give It a Rest” – Fans Troll Michael Chandler for Optimism Around Conor McGregor Money Fight at White House Event

Michael Chandler wants to fight Conor McGregor at the White House (via Bloody Elbow, Britannica)

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There are moments in combat sports that transcend the octagon, blending history and spectacle in equal measure. The UFC White House card already stands as one of those rare occasions, and fighters are now beginning to envision their place on it. One of the names circling the headlines is Michael Chandler, who has once again revealed his wish to fight UFC superstar Conor McGregor at the event.

Chandler has been vocal about his desire to face the Irishman since their stint as coaches on The Ultimate Fighter. Despite delays, setbacks, and McGregor’s uncertain fight schedule, as well as the failed fight at UFC 303, Chandler has insisted that the matchup is inevitable. His latest comments carry an even greater weight given the unprecedented stage being prepared for the UFC White House event.

McGregor himself has made it clear and has termed the White House card as his own. While there were doubts about his return to the Octagon due to his political aspirations, the Irishman has been vocal about his chance to fight at the event. Chandler recently expressed his desire to fight McGregor at the event in an interview with MMA Fighting‘s Damon Martin.

I think we’re closer now than we ever have been. I’ve always said if you’re a betting man, don’t put money on him necessarily coming back, but now this changes things a lot. In my heart of hearts, I think I’m fighting Conor McGregor at the White House, and that sure does make a ton of sense for a multitude of reasons.

Michael Chandler via MMA Fighting

While the McGregor fight has remained his primary motive, Chandler revealed that a spot on the White House card was his first priority. He believed that an event of this magnitude would surely add to his legacy as a fighter. He also spoke about the AI-generated image posted by the ‘Notorious One’ shortly after the White House announcement and viewed it as a challenge to complete unfinished business.

First and foremost, I want the White House. Ideally, if it becomes Conor, that would be awesome. We have some unfinished business. I’ve got respect for him; he’s got respect for me, but we do have some unfinished business. When he put out that meme of me and him, I guess could call it a meme, it was AI, it was me and him. He’s called me out on Twitter and said we have unfinished business, and we do.

Michael Chandler via MMA Fighting

Chandler’s recent UFC outings have undoubtedly undermined his case for the historic event. Ever since his electrifying debut against Dan Hooker in 2021, ‘Iron’ has failed to be consistent. With losses against the likes of Charles Oliveira, Paddy Pimblett, Dustin Poirier, and Justin Gaethje, Chandler’s UFC run has been uninspiring. While he made a strong case for himself, it is highly doubtful to see him on a card of this magnitude.

Fans troll Michael Chandler for constant Conor McGregor pursuit

The buzz surrounding Michael Chandler’s pursuit of Conor McGregor has also elicited a fair share of trolling from the MMA community. Many fans are poking fun at the idea, joking about Chandler’s persistent pursuit despite McGregor’s unpredictable fight schedule and superstar status.

Michael Chandler Conor McGregor at TUF
Michael Chandler Conor McGregor at TUF (via BJ Penn)

Other fans are using Chandler’s recent UFC outings as a point of critique, reminding him of his close losses to elite fighters. Comments often highlight that while the American fighter is exciting to watch, his track record might not make him the ideal candidate to fight at an event of such caliber. Here are some fan reactions to Michael Chandler’s comments:

In the end, it seems that Michael Chandler’s pursuit of Conor McGregor has overshadowed his accomplishments in the octagon. Despite a career filled with memorable performances and high-stakes fights, fans are fixated mainly on his recent setbacks. ‘Iron’ faces widespread skepticism and ridicule, leaving the narrative around him dominated more by doubt than by respect for his talent.

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