UFC 246 post-event facts: Conor McGregor enters rarefied air with finish of Donald Cerrone Unknown

Conor McGregor Teases Massive UFC Comeback News As Michael Chandler Responds!

Conor McGregor hints at a potential comeback against longtime rival as Michael Chandler responds!

UFC 246 post-event facts: Conor McGregor enters rarefied air with finish of Donald Cerrone Unknown

The combat sports world always stops and pays attention when Conor McGregor speaks. He has been the sport’s biggest star for nearly a decade. His journey from a plumber’s apprentice to global superstar captivated millions. He gained superstardom after he knocked out Jose Aldo in 13 seconds. But lately, McGregor’s been more active outside the cage than in it. His last fight was a broken leg loss to Dustin Poirier in 2021. Since then, fans have waited eagerly for the return of ‘The Notorious.’

Speaking of waiting, no one else has waited more for McGregor than Michael Chandler.The former Bellator champion joined the UFC in 2021 with a splash. He knocked out Dan Hooker in his debut. Then he coached against McGregor on The Ultimate Fighter 31 in 2023. The two were supposed to fight at UFC 303 last year. But McGregor pulled out with a toe injury, leaving Chandler hanging. Instead of waiting forever, Chandler moved on to face Charles Oliveira at UFC 309 and Paddy Pimblett at UFC 314. Both fights ended in defeat for ‘Iron’ Mike.

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Conor McGregor’s Cryptic Message That Set Social Media On Fire

Just when fans thought the McGregor-Chandler saga was over, the Irishman stirred the pot again. McGregor recently lost a $500,000 bet he placed on Chandler to beat Pimblett at UFC 314. Fans would think that might create some bad blood. Instead, it seems to have reignited their connection. McGregor posted a simple message on social media:

“IRON MIKE CHANDLER. Unfinished business.”

The post sent UFC fans into a frenzy. Was the long-awaited fight finally happening? Michael Chandler didn’t make fans wait long for his response. He replied with a short but powerful three-word message:

“Unfinished Business Loading….”

Unfinished Business Loading…. https://t.co/MumOFjzZ3O pic.twitter.com/b9Qi2dh9s9
— Michael Chandler (@MikeChandlerMMA) April 22, 2025

This exchange has breathed new life into what many considered a dead matchup. Chandler’s patience has become legendary in the MMA community. The back-and-forth comes shortly after McGregor stated he would only return for a stadium fight. He also hinted at having just two fights left on his UFC contract.

Can This Fight Actually Happen?

McGregor’s recent activities have focused more on politics and business than fighting. He has been promoting his whiskey brand and has even expressed political ambitions. He was even facing some lawsuits. But his latest messages suggest the competitive fire still burns. Many critics argue McGregor is choosing Chandler as an “easy” opponent to end his career with a win. Chandler is 38 years old and has lost three of his last four fights.

The timing feels right for both men. Their styles would create fireworks in the octagon. McGregor’s precise striking against Chandler’s explosive power and wrestling. The buildup would be entertaining too. Both men excel on the microphone. But the question remains: Will fans see the version of McGregor that knocked out Eddie Alvarez or just a shell of his former self?

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