Dana White Confirms McGregor vs. Chandler Not on UFC White House Card
UFC president Dana White has confirmed that the highly anticipated matchup between Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler will not take place at the upcoming UFC White House event in Washington, D.C., scheduled for June 14. In a recent interview on The Pat McAfee Show, White stated, “That’s not the fight we’re going with.”
McGregor Not Confirmed for White House Card
Despite ruling out the McGregor vs. Chandler bout for the summer card, White did mention that McGregor is still under consideration for the event. He noted, “He’s definitely in the running for this fight.” This statement follows a similar sentiment expressed earlier this week when White dismissed rumors of a McGregor showdown with Jorge Masvidal, calling the speculation “goofy s–t.”
Background on McGregor and Chandler
The potential matchup between McGregor and Chandler stems from their participation in the 31st season of The Ultimate Fighter reality series, which aired in 2023. Initially, the two fighters were slated to meet at UFC 303 in June 2024. However, McGregor was forced to withdraw due to a toe injury.
In the meantime, Chandler has been active in the Octagon, facing two challenging opponents. He suffered defeats against Charles Oliveira and Paddy Pimblett in his last two fights. Despite these setbacks, Chandler has expressed hope that he can eventually face McGregor to resolve their ongoing rivalry.
Future Considerations
With White’s recent comments, it appears that Chandler will need to redirect his focus. His anticipated fight with McGregor this summer seems unlikely, prompting Chandler to explore alternative matchups in the UFC.
- Fight Event: UFC White House event
- Date: June 14, 2023
- Location: Washington, D.C.
- Fighters: Conor McGregor, Michael Chandler
- Previous Fight for McGregor: Scheduled for UFC 303 in June 2024
- Chandler’s Last Two Fights:
- Defeat against Charles Oliveira
- Defeat against Paddy Pimblett
As the situation develops, fans will be closely watching for updates on both fighters’ next moves and announcements regarding future events. Stay tuned to Filmogaz.com for the latest news in the UFC.
