“Bone density of lapwing” – Michael Chandler declares Conor McGregor unfit for battle despite Irishman’s ‘industrial steel’ in leg

Michael Chandler clapped back at Conor McGregor's recent 'Steel beats Iron' tweet.

“Bone density of lapwing” – Michael Chandler declares Conor McGregor unfit for battle despite Irishman’s ‘industrial steel’ in leg

Michael Chandler claps back after Conor McGregor's recent tweet ( Image source: L/R- Getty Images )

In their latest bout of digital banter, Conor McGregor drew attention to his perceived steel-laden physique while simultaneously mocking Michael Chandler‘s credentials. Michael Chandler has promptly replied back to Conor’s tweet. Here is what he had to say:

On a specific date, Conor McGregor sent out a tweet that carried a dig at Chandler, insinuating that his strength, after getting infused with steel after surgery, would beat Chandler who goes by the nickname ‘Iron’. McGregor’s tweet humorously declared, “I’ve industrial steel in my leg now, … I’m over 3/4 steel. And steel crushes iron… Out with the iron you little bosu ball motivational speakin handbag.”

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In response, Michael Chandler took to Twitter to deliver his own counterpunch. He remarked, “Dude is talking about being made of steel and he legitimately has the bone density of a lapwing. You weren’t built for battle.”

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The online exchange of verbal jabs between the two fighters has only heightened the anticipation surrounding their potential clash. As rumors continue to swirl about the potential clash between McGregor and Michael Chandler, the Irish fighter seized the opportunity to playfully taunt his would-be opponent.

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When is Conor McGregor making his highly anticipated UFC return?

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Conor McGregor nd Michael Chandler face off after concluding TUF 31 ( Image source: Getty Images )

McGregor has been absent from the MMA scene for an extended period of time. This was due to his leg injury at his last fight UFC 264 against Dustin Poirier. However, Conor has made it clear that he is ready to make his comeback.

Sharing a shirtless snapshot showcasing his notably trimmer appearance compared to his recovery phase, McGregor captioned the image, “Fight ready.” His recent declaration of a UFC comeback at UFC 296 in December has fueled excitement among fans.

However, the timeline for his return has led to a lot of questions. This is due to his pending reinstatement into the USADA testing pool. Meanwhile, McGregor wasted no time in revealing his intentions to square off against formidable opponents such as Michael Chandler, Justin Gaethje, and Nate Diaz. As fans eagerly await the unfolding of these potential matchups, the world of UFC is brimming with anticipation and speculation.

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