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It’s official! UFC’s ‘Notorious’ star Conor McGregor has just dropped a massive update on his clash with TUF S31 rival coach Michael Chandler. The former UFC champ has been out of the fight game for over a year now. The spotlight continues to shine on the Irishman – as he navigates his on-and-off journey with both the US Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) and the UFC. But now, there’s hope for a ‘Notorious’ comeback – all thanks to Dana White and Co.’s undeterred efforts to make the fight happen. 

So, when is the Irishman going to war with ‘Iron’ Mike? Well, according to the most recent revelations by ‘The Notorious,’ the duo are now slated to clash in December, potentially at UFC 296’s headliner bout. Moreover, after this surprise elated fans, McGregor’s rival has also shared his POV on the fated bout. 

Conor McGregor’s TUF rival hypes fans with recent training clip

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Taking to his Instagram handle, the former 3-time Bellator Lightweight champ has shared a training clip from his gym – that has sent fans into splits. The #5 UFC Lightweight’s bold IG caption reads: “Day 1. But then again, isn’t it day 1 everyday? – Walk On. – See you at the top!”

 

The clip presents ‘Iron’ Mike landing some heavy shots on the punching bag. His excitement and eagerness to lock horns with the ‘Notorious’ were clearly visible in the now-viral snippet.

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Moreover, minutes after the post was uploaded, fans poured in with an overwhelming response to the buzzing debate around these two fighters. But what do fans have to say about their beloved MMA champs? Let’s find out!

Fans react to Conor McGregor’s TUF rival Michael Chandler’s training clip

As ‘Iron’ Mike’s viral training clip made rounds on social media, a flurry of debates and reactions ensued. Many ‘Notorious’ fans rallied behind their Irish UFC star, mocking his TUF rival. However, there were many Chandler fans who voiced their ideas and lent support to the charismatic #5 Lightweight. Here’s a glimpse of some of the most amusing fan reactions to ‘Iron’ Mike’s post:

A hint of skepticism emerged as one fan pondered, “People really think McGregor has a chance against this guy?”

Moreover, the Irishman’s safety became a concern for some, with a fan issuing a warning: “@thenotoriousmma better watch out!”

Another fan expressed eagerness for the impending clash, stating, “I can’t wait to see you sleep Connor.”

Doubts about McGregor’s stamina were voiced in a straightforward manner: “Yeah, Conor’s getting snapped.”

Yet another fan candidly critiqued McGregor’s endurance: “Get Connor past rd.1 and he’s done. Dude has zero stamina.”

Likewise, the clash of predictions continued as one fan asserted, “Conor will put you to bed baby boy.”

Providing a strategic perspective, a fan predicted, “I have Chandler winning against Conor relatively easily.”

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A hint of skepticism accompanied a realistic assessment, “Dude is a wrestler but I’ve seen nothingy.”

A playful reference to the realm of fantasy ensued: “See you at the Shadow realm when Conor KO’s you in 1.”

Anticipating a battle of strengths, a fan theorized, “Lmao bro chandler has no chin. Conor’s gonna pick at him. Chandler has no stamina; he gassed himself than gets knocked out.”

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As the MMA world continues to buzz with anticipation, the dynamics between TUF S31 coaches Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler take center stage. With both fighters harboring their share of fervent supporters, the discourse surrounding this upcoming clash reflects the sport’s passionate fanbase. But, will McGregor’s return be triumphant, or will Chandler prove to be the thorn in his side? What do you think? Drop your thoughts in the comments below!

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