“Big day at ESPN HQ” – Michael Chandler accidentally reveals date for Conor McGregor fight announcement fan-interaction

Michael Chandler drops hints of upcoming fight with Conor McGregor on Twitter. Meanwhile, concerns arise over McGregor's USADA testing.

“Big day at ESPN HQ” – Michael Chandler accidentally reveals date for Conor McGregor fight announcement fan-interaction

Michael Chandler gives insight on upcoming fight with Conor McGregor ( Image source: L/R- Getty Images )

Excitement is brewing as Michael Chandler appears to have inadvertently spilled the beans about an impending fight announcement involving none other than Conor McGregor. The anticipation for the electrifying showdown between Chandler and McGregor seems to be nearing its climax.

Chandler has set social media ablaze by offering a tantalizing hint regarding his highly anticipated fight with Conor McGregor. Chandler recently tweeted to his followers that he was en route to ESPN for a media appearance. This potentially brought revelations about their highly anticipated bout. Throughout the ongoing season of The Ultimate Fighter, Chandler and McGregor shared a mutual rivalry. This rivalry may finally be ready to set ablaze.

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In response to a fan’s eager query about whether he’s about to unveil the fight date, Chandler replied, “Probably”. The big question now is whether Michael Chandler will officially confirm the scheduled date for the colossal face-off with Conor McGregor.

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The primary hurdle standing in the way of confirming this bout has been McGregor’s re-entry into the USADA testing pool. Thus, while a December timeframe for the fight is captivating, it’s essential to consider the feasibility given these circumstances. Michael Chandler’s unwavering prediction about his forthcoming encounter with Conor McGregor in the UFC has raised intrigue.

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Michael Chandler’s plans for the fight and Conor McGregor’s situation with the USADA

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Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler during face-off at TUF ( Image source: Getty Images )

Chandler had boldly predicted that his fight with McGregor would not extend beyond the second round. Meanwhile, Chandler may have made subtle attempts to prod McGregor into re-entry into the USADA testing pool. This approach could potentially accelerate the likelihood of the much-anticipated showdown taking place this year.

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McGregor and Chandler both recently wrapped up their commitments for Season 31 of “The Ultimate Fighter.” The anticipation was fueled further when McGregor confidently revealed that his clash with Chandler is earmarked for December. However, concerns persist due to McGregor’s absence in the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) testing pool.

Significantly, McGregor has been absent from competition since his TKO loss to Dustin Poirier in July 2021. He has not undergone testing in the following years. USADA guidelines stipulate that McGregor must undergo testing for a minimum of six months and submit two negative samples before receiving clearance to compete. The potential December comeback suggests special considerations could be in play.

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