UFC 303: McGregor-Chandler Press Conference Cancellation & Fallout
- Michael Chandler fight remains in limbo after a series of setbacks.A Dublin press conference promoting UFC 303, scheduled for June 3, 2024, was abruptly canceled, fueling speculation about...
- Following the canceled press event, Conor McGregor announced he sustained an injury during training, forcing his withdrawal from UFC 303.
- UFC 303 was ultimately headlined by a rematch between Alex Pereira and Jiri Prochazka.
Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler Fight Faces Uncertainty
Updated June 03, 2025
The highly anticipated Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler fight remains in limbo after a series of setbacks.A Dublin press conference promoting UFC 303, scheduled for June 3, 2024, was abruptly canceled, fueling speculation about the fight’s status.
Following the canceled press event, Conor McGregor announced he sustained an injury during training, forcing his withdrawal from UFC 303. Reports later revealed a broken pinkie toe as the cause. The Michael Chandler bout was meant to be McGregor’s return after a leg injury sustained against Dustin Poirier at UFC 264.
UFC 303 was ultimately headlined by a rematch between Alex Pereira and Jiri Prochazka. Michael Chandler eventually fought Charles Oliveira at UFC 309, losing by unanimous decision.
Despite the delays, Michael Chandler recently proposed a new fight date of January 24, 2026, via social media. As of yet, conor McGregor has not responded. Chandler is seeking a victory after losing to Paddy Pimblett at UFC 314 in April. His current UFC record stands at 2-5.
UFC CEO Dana White has cautioned fans against expecting McGregor’s return anytime soon. The Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler matchup remains uncertain, despite their coaching roles on The Ultimate Fighter 31.
What’s next
The future of the Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler fight remains unclear. While Chandler is eager to reschedule, McGregor’s return to the Octagon is uncertain, leaving fans waiting.