Conor McGregor’s Camp Gives Official Update Before UFC 303 Post Michael Chandler’s Unexpected Retirement Threat

UFC 303 is just two months away, and things are heating up. The highlight of the event is, of course, the return of Conor McGregor. The fans have been waiting for a long time to witness their idol. He will be taking on his TUF 31 rival Michael Chandler, in his comeback fight on June 29. McGregor’s coach, John Kavanagh, recently appeared for an interview where he took the time to share the details of the preparations for the welterweight bout.

In the same conversation, he also cleared the air regarding Chandler’s claims of McGregor retiring if he lost. Let us find out what the SBG head coach had to say.

Coach Kavanagh laughs off Michael Chandler’s claims

The absence of Conor McGregor has raised a lot of questions from the fans with many feeling that he has lost his midas touch. His opponent ‘Iron’ had to wait a long time to get this fight and it seems that that 37-year-old has already begun his mind games. Chandler recently engaged in a Q and A session on Instagram and much to everyone’s surprise, he made some bold claims. According to Chandler, he would make McGregor retire after beating him. His claims have gathered a lot of attention lately. However, it seems Team McGregor is unfazed by such claims.

In an interaction on SevereMMA coach Kavanagh shared his opinion on the whole. He said, “I don’t think Conor will ever hang it up… One fight at a time… We have a really big fight coming up. A big challenge. Chandler is a hell of a competitor, and I’m looking forward to that challenge. We’re all looking forward to that challenge.” 

According to his coach, ‘Mystic Mac’ is also up for the challenge. He is constantly keeping his fans updated with his training sessions. McGregor recently appeared for an interview before his comeback fight. Though he did not respond to the retirement claims, he did share his plans.

Conor McGregor reveals his special weapon before his UFC 303 fight

The 35-year-old recently made an appearance on ‘This Life Of Mine with James Corden’. The pair discussed a variety of things including his Hollywood debut. However, with UFC 303 on the line, the conversation finally shifted to his comeback fight. McGregor seemed very confident in his preparation and looked ready for the battle. Since the announcement of the fight one of the biggest concerns has been his injured leg. But it seems ‘The Notorious One’ is ready to use it as a weapon.

While speaking to the host, McGregor said, “I am ‘Terminator’ now.” He further gave away the move he would be using to end the fight. He said, “I have a titanium rod that goes into the knee and down to the bone, right down to my ankle. It’s unbreakable, so I have free rein to kick now, so I’m ready to go and I’m excited. I wish for and I will work for landing this kick with this steel bar in my leg against an opponent and getting them out of there.”

Both Chandler and McGregor have made some bold claims before their epic clash. However, it will be interesting to see who comes out on top. Will Conor McGregor get back to winning ways in his next fight? Let us know in the comments below.