TUF 31 Update: Conor McGregor Returns to the ‘USADA Pool’ as Michael Chandler and Din Thomas Mock the Irishman Amid Steroid Controversy

The premiere of season 31 of ‘The Ultimate Fighter’, featuring Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler, has finally aired. The premiere marked the highly anticipated return of McGregor to the sport following his injury. According to recent statements from Dana White, the fight between McGregor and Chandler is scheduled for later this year. The date of the fight will be announced on ‘The Ultimate Fighter.’ The UFC boss stirred up excitement among fans when he revealed the inclusion of McGregor in ‘The Ultimate Fighter’. He further added that McGregor and ‘Iron’ will lock horns after the end of TUF 31. However, the enthusiasm surrounding the event was dampened due to McGregor’s issues with USADA.

The situation has now been resolved, as McGregor has entered the USADA testing pool. This development also means that the UFC can finally begin planning for the big fight. 

Din Thomas and Michael Chandler make fun of Conor McGregor

 In ‘After TUF: Episode 1’, Din Thomas was talking to McGregor’s rival, Michael Chandler. During the conversation, he said, “I just heard that Conor McGregor has entered the USADA pool. I repeat Conor McGregor has entered the USADA pool and we actually have the footage. Take a look.” After saying this, a video was played in the show where McGregor’s impersonator entered a pool where a broad was kept. It read “USADA Testing Pool.” The impersonator was none other than Thomas himself.

Inside the pool, McGregor’s impersonator lay in a suit and with a funny-looking sunglass. The impersonator said, “Michael Chandler, you little wretched. I’m going sever your head… you see me watch? It costs more than your entire apartment. I see you at the end of season, Michael.” After playing the video, Chandler burst into laughter.

The Irishman clears the air with his USADA situation

Conor McGregor has successfully cleared the final hurdle on his path to a UFC comeback. In a recent statement released by McGregor, the two-division UFC champion confirmed that he planned to re-enter the USADA testing pool. Previously, McGregor had expected special treatment from the anti-doping agency. Nonetheless, they insisted on him following the standard procedures like any other fighter. This led to a conflict between McGregor and USADA.

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The issues between them caused doubts among fans and MMA fighters regarding the highly anticipated McGregor vs. Chandler matchup. However, both parties have now resolved everything and officially announced that they have reached an agreement. At the moment, fans need to wait for the clash between ‘The Notorious’ and ‘Iron’ by the end of the year.

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