Islam Makhachev is taking pictures down the concept of preventing Michael Chandler subsequent.
Michael Chandler (23-8 MMA) has not fought since November of 2022 when he was defeated by Dustin Poirier (30-9 MMA) at UFC 281.
‘Iron’ was scheduled to struggle Conor McGregor (22-6 MMA) final weekend at UFC 303, however the Irishman needed to withdraw because of an harm he’d suffered throughout coaching.
Michael Chandler took to ‘X’ simply yesterday advising he’s been supplied the chance to struggle for the title in opposition to Makhachev:
“I’ve been supplied @MAKHACHEVMMA in October – but when @TheNotoriousMMA little pink toe is prepared by Sept. let’s do sphere. Largest sporting occasion in historical past of sports activities!!!! @RiyadhSeason #ufc306.”
Seemingly, the 38-year-old Chandler is believing a struggle with McGregor on the Sphere can be the largest occasion within the ‘historical past of sports activities’.
Chandler proceeded to take one other jab at Makhachev saying:
“Good quaint passionate American @MizzouWrestling beats sambo all day. @MAKHACHEVMMA”
Makhachev (26-1 MMA) most just lately fought and defeated Dustin Poirier by submission this previous June at UFC 302. It was his third title defence.
The present UFC light-weight champion is making it identified that he has no real interest in preventing Michael Chandler.
Makhachev, taking to ‘X‘ shared the next message for Chandler:
You’re unreliable dude, one tweet out of your grasp, and also you’ll run away.
Champ wants actual opponent. https://t.co/WcmHLvcsjI— Makhachev Islam (@MAKHACHEVMMA) July 2, 2024
“You’re unreliable dude. One tweet out of your grasp and also you’ll run away. Champ wants actual opponent.”
UFC CEO Dana White has remained just about silent on the timing of rescheduling McGregor vs. Chandler or the chance of a Chandler vs. Makhachev title bout.
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