On Sunday, June 30th, Conor McGregor is set to make his return to UFC after a 3 year long hiatus following a loss to Dustin Poirier and a horrible leg break. He will return to face Michael Chandler, an experienced fighter who will more than revel at the challenge of facing one of the legends of MMA and fighting culture as a whole. These two fighters are set to go toe-to-toe in what will most likely be an explosive match-up. With their skills and determination, this fight is sure to be one for the books.
Where Will The Fight Take Place
This fight will take place in Las Vegas at the T-Mobile Arena. The T-Mobile Arena has hosted world-class events, from previous UFC fights to concerts by top artists. It is a state-of-the-art arena with a vibrant atmosphere and is a premier destination for sports and entertainment enthusiasts alike.
Where to Watch McGregor vs Chandler
The McGregor vs Chandler fight and full undercard can be viewed by purchasing the UFC Fight Pass, ESPN+, or by purchasing tickets and viewing the fight in person at the T-Mobile Arena. There are multiple options available for viewers to ensure that everyone has the ability to view this fight.
Fighter History
In this section, we aim to help you get to know the fighters better and learn about their rich backgrounds and impressive history.
Conor McGregor
Conor McGregor’s early years in the sport were marked by hard-fought battles in regional promotions across Ireland. McGregor’s meteoric rise began when he joined the UFC in 2013. With his brash personality and devastating striking ability, McGregor quickly captured the attention of fans worldwide.
In 2015, McGregor made history by becoming the UFC Featherweight Champion, knocking out Jose Aldo in just 13 seconds, the fastest finish in title fight history. His charisma and skill propelled him to superstardom, transcending the sport of MMA. McGregor’s impact on the UFC cannot be overstated. His fights became must-watch events, drawing record-breaking pay-per-view numbers and generating unprecedented hype. McGregor’s rivalry with Nate Diaz produced two of the highest-grossing fights in UFC history.
Despite setbacks and controversies outside the Octagon, McGregor’s legacy as one of the greatest fighters in UFC history remains undeniable. He captured the UFC Lightweight Championship in 2016, becoming the first fighter to hold titles in two weight classes simultaneously.
However, McGregor won his last fight in January 2020, defeating Donald Cerrone by TKO. McGregor has endured a spell of injuries as well as outside-the-octagon adventures, such as boxing Floyd Mayweather, and as a result, has only won 1 of his last 5 fights. Now returning after 3 years outside of the ring, Mcgregor is looking to reestablish himself as one of the best fighters in the UFC.
Michael Chandler
In 2009, Chandler made his professional MMA debut and quickly established himself as a force to be reckoned with in the lightweight division. His early career saw him competing in various regional promotions, where he showcased his ferocious striking and exceptional wrestling ability. Chandler’s breakthrough came when he joined Bellator MMA in 2010. He wasted no time making an impact, stringing together impressive victories on route to capturing the Bellator Lightweight Championship in 2011. Chandler’s dominant performances and undeniable talent solidified his status as one of the top lightweights in the world.
Throughout his tenure in Bellator, Chandler engaged in memorable battles with some of the promotion’s toughest competitors, earning a reputation for his tenacity and resilience inside the cage. His rivalry with Eddie Alvarez produced two epic encounters, with Chandler emerging victorious in their second bout to reclaim the lightweight title.
In addition to his success in Bellator, Chandler’s skills and achievements garnered attention from the UFC, leading to his highly anticipated debut in 2021. Stepping onto the biggest stage in MMA, Chandler proved he belonged among the elite, delivering a stunning knockout victory in his first UFC fight. However, much like McGregor, Chandler’s most recent fight ended in a loss to Dustin Poirier in 2022 and has been out of the ring ever since.
McGregor vs Chandler Fight Predictions
This is shaping to be a very interesting fight that could go either way due to the opposing traits of each fighter. McGregor is renowned for his striking ability, while Chandler has the worst striking defence percentage in the UFC. This means that at the range, McGregor has the clear advantage over Chandler, and as long as the extra weight from fighting at 170lbs paired with his time out the cage doesn’t hinder him too much, on his feet, McGregor is the clear favourite.
Chandler, however, is an exceptional wrestler who can really cause Mcgregor problems if he is able to get close. With that being said, McGregor is also a competent grappler who has excellent takedown defence, and Chandler has a tendency to stay on his feet and swing instead of using his wrestling abilities. As a result, we feel as though McGregor will edge it in this fight and win by KO/TKO.
McGregor vs Chandler Undercard
This is the full card for the upcoming UFC 303:
- Conor McGregor vs Michael Chandler – Welterweight Bout
- Jamahal Hill vs Khalil Rountree Jr. – Light Heavyweight Bout
- Mayra Bueno Silva vs Macy Chiasson – Women Bantamweight Bout
- Cub Swanson vs Andre Fili – Featherweight Bout
- Joe Pyfer vs Marc-Andre Barriault – Middleweight Bout
- Michelle Waterson-Gomez vs Gillian Robertson – Women’s Strawweight Bout
McGregor vs Chandler Betting Odds – H2
For those interested in betting, here is a list of the most relevant and commonly betted-on odds available:
- Conor McGregor to win: -102
- To win by KO/ TKO/ DQ: 120
- Michael Chandler: -118
- To win by KO/ TKO/ DQ: +165
- Total Rounds:
- Over 1.5: -135
- Under 1.5: +105
Odds by DraftKing (subject to change).
Matched betting can be more difficult when applied to sports such as MMA and boxing. However, there are still ample opportunities available for those interested.
