Former dual-champion Conor McGregor was all set to make a return at the recently concluded UFC 303. The Dubliner was all set to take on his longtime rival, Michael Chandler, in the welterweight division. However, much to the despair of the fans, McGregor injured himself and had to pull out of the clash. ‘Mystic Mac’ injured his toe and is currently on the road to recovery.

His injury has caught the attention of MMA fans, and most of them are waiting for his return. The UFC has yet to make any announcement about his return, but it seems he might be back in action soon.

Conor McGregor hints at a return much sooner than expected

The Dubliner is quite active on his social media and constantly keeps his fans updated about himself. He not only posts training videos but also shares his day-to-day activities with his fans. This time around, he shared the news of his return to UFC. McGregor shared a picture of him with a message that read, “Soon I return and fly thru the air in attack mode.”

Conor McGregor’s update comes at a time when most fans are doubting his intentions. The 35-year-old has been out of action for quite some time now but is working hard to make a comeback. During the entire episode, ‘Iron’ has been waiting patiently to face his longtime rival inside the Octagon. At 38, Chandler is at the twilight of his career and has faced a lot of criticism from experts and fellow fighters for waiting this long. With his fight being constantly delayed what should the next step be for Michael Chandler?

Fan favorite analyst, Chael Sonnen, took to his YouTube channel to share his opinion on the whole. With no official date announced for the return of McGregor yet, Sonnen feels the fighters are not on the same page now.

Chael Sonnen questions the loyalty of Michael Chandler over Conor McGregor

There are very few fighters in the UFC who have had the patience of Michael Chandler. The 38-year-old has silently put in the hard yards just to face McGregor. However, it seems he is now looking for options to keep his career going. The 38-year-old surprised everyone when he tweeted about a title fight in the lightweight division next. Although the UFC is yet to make an announcement regarding the fight, the fans seemed super excited about the idea.

Former UFC fighter Chael Sonnen did share his opinion on the whole. He pointed out why Chandler is not worthy of a title shot yet. However, this time ‘The American Gangster’ took to his YouTube channel to point out the equation between the two fighters.

Sonnen, who is known for his brutal honest analysis, made it clear that the pair is not on the same page anymore. He said, “Is Chandler fully locked on McGregor? And his way of getting the fight is by acting like he wants a different fight? Or, does he know something? Well, how about option C? I don’t think these guys are on the same page. I don’t think they’ve ever been.”

The return of Conor McGregor is still pretty doubtful. While McGregor is eyeing a return in August or September, most experts believe he will not be fighting this year. Amidst all the doubts surrounding his return, Michael Chandler might find it tough to keep waiting.

Do you think he should wait for his fight with Conor McGregor? Or should he take on a new opponent? Let us know in the comments below.