In a new teaser clip ahead of the premiere of The Ultimate Fighter 31 later this month, footage shows former two-weight UFC champion, Conor McGregor informing opposing coach, Michael Chandler that they be competing at the middleweight limit of 185lbs, before mocking the Missouri native for agreeing with him.
McGregor, a former undisputed lightweight and featherweight champion, is expected to snap his lengthy hiatus from the Octagon before the close of this year, taking on Chandler in an end-of-season clash, earmarked to take place at the welterweight limit.
The 34-year-old has been sidelined since headlining UFC 264 back in July of 2021, suffering a first round doctor’s stoppage TKO loss to common-foe, former interim gold holder, Dustin Poirier after he fractured his left tibia and fibula,
Set to release a new documentary series regarding his comeback, titled ‘McGregor Forever’ on Netflix later this month, the Crumlin striker claimed he was under the impression his career was over following his injury suffered against Poirier.