Video – Conor McGregor shares slew of new training footage amid UFC 303 fight fiasco: ‘Damn, he’s looking slick’

Conor McGregor shares slew of new training footage UFC 303 fight fiasco he's looking slickFormer two-weight champion, Conor McGregor has posted almost four minutes of new training footage on his social media overnight,…

Conor McGregor shares slew of new training footage UFC 303 fight fiasco he's looking slick

Former two-weight champion, Conor McGregor has posted almost four minutes of new training footage on his social media overnight, with scrutiny still mounting regarding his comeback fight at UFC 303 later this month against Michael Chandler.

McGregor, a former undisputed lightweight and featherweight champion, is set to headline UFC 303 later this month in a welterweight fight against former title chaser, Chandler – in what should come as his first Octagon appearance in almost three years.

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However, this week, speculation has been rife regarding the status of his fight with Chandler atop the pay-per-view card at the end of the month during International Fight Week.

In the early hours of Monday morning, the organization postponed a pre-fight press conference at the 3Arena in Dublin, with McGregor claiming “obstacles” outside of their control prevented the event from taking place later that evening in the capital.

And with reports claiming a host of “fill-in” opponents and event “replacement” fights had been floated by the organization for UFC 303, speculation suggested the scheduled bout between McGregor and Chandler was in severe jeopardy.

Conor McGregor cancelled media obligations with broadcast partners ahead of UFC 303 press conference
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However, a further update revealed there was “great positivity” and “optimism” that McGregor would take on rival, Chandler as planned at UFC 303 later this month at the welterweight limit.

Replacement fight floated as Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler in jeopardy for UFC 303
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Conor McGregor shows off impressive new training footage

Overnight on social media, McGregor has largely received praise – after posting a slew of training camp clips, showing off his striking prowess.

The night before, whilst himself remaining tight-lipped on the speculation regarding his return fight, McGregor posted a picture of himself flexing in what appears to be a medical examination office, amid suggestions the Dubliner had suffered a potential injury during his training camp.

What are your thoughts on Conor McGregor’s latest training footage?

Michael Chandler remains cryptic amid uncertainty on UFC 303: ‘When you encounter resistance, go right through it’

Michael Chandler remains cryptic amid uncertainty on UFC 303 fight: 'When you encounter resistance, go through it'Amid the continued speculation regarding the status of his UFC 303 headliner against former two-division champion, Conor McGregor later…

Michael Chandler remains cryptic amid uncertainty on UFC 303 fight: 'When you encounter resistance, go through it'

Amid the continued speculation regarding the status of his UFC 303 headliner against former two-division champion, Conor McGregor later this month, former lightweight title challenger, Michael Chandler remains positive – albeit cryptic on his social media. 

Chandler, the current number six ranked dvisional contender, has been sidelined for almost two years, most recently suffering a third round rear-naked choke submission defeat to former interim champion and common-foe, Dustin Poirier at Madison Square Garden.

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And slated to headline UFC 303 later this month in a main event clash against the above-mentioned, McGregor at the welterweight limit, Chandler has remained tight-lipped on the status of his fight with the Dubliner at the end of the month, amid continued speculation the pairing is in deep jeopardy.

Plying his trade at Kill Cliff FC in Florida, Chandler reportedly had his bags packed and was heading to the airport late Sunday night when he received word that a planned press event in Dublin the following afternoon had been postponed by the promotion, leading to a mass media fiasco in the time since.

Replacement fight floated as Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler in jeopardy for UFC 303
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Furthermore, the former Bellator MMA star revealed that he was returning to his residence in Tennessee if anyone was looking for him – leading to fans speculating that his bout with McGregor had all but hit the skids.

However, yesterday’s reports cited “great positivity” and “optimism” the two would headline UFC 303 as planned at the end of the month, with McGregor sharing a picture of himself inside a medical examination office overnight, amid rumors he had suffered an injury during training camp.

Michael Chandler remains tight-lipped on UFC 303 return

On his social media tonight, Chandler spoke of “resistance” amid speculation of his UFC 303 main event grudge fight with McGregor, albeit cryptically. 

Conor McGregor set to face off with Michael Chandler at Dublin press conference ahead of UFC 303
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“This life wasn’t meant to be lived lukewarm,” Michael Chandler posted on his official X account. “Find your way or FORCE a path toward what you want. When you encounter resistance, go right through it. Walk on. See you at the top!”

Do you think Conor McGregor fights Michael Chandler at UFC 303?

Islam Makhachev campaigns for grudge fight with Conor McGregor after UFC 302: ‘It looks more interesting’

Islam Makhachev campaigns for grudge fight with Conor McGregor next that's the more interesting fightUndisputed lightweight champion, Islam Makhachev has staked his claim for a grudge fight with former two-division titleholder, Conor McGregor…

Islam Makhachev campaigns for grudge fight with Conor McGregor next that's the more interesting fight

Undisputed lightweight champion, Islam Makhachev has staked his claim for a grudge fight with former two-division titleholder, Conor McGregor in his return to the Octagon next following his win at UFC 302 – claiming the clash is “more interesting” to him that other matchups.

Makhachev, the current undisputed lightweight champion and pound-for-pound number one ranked contender, headlined UFC 302 last weekend in New Jersey, successfully defending his crown in a fifth round win over commo-foe, Dustin Poirier.

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Landing an impressive submission victory, Makhachev battled through some significant adversity against the lightweight striking veteran, to land a D’Arce choke win,  turning in his third successful defense of the 155lbs title.

And immediately linked with a title fight rematch against the surging number one ranked, Arman Tsarukyan in his return after his win in ‘The Garden State’, Makhachev’s coach, Javier Mendez instead suggested a pairing with the above-mentioned, McGregor next.

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Islam Makhachev plays up Conor McGregor fight

Amid continued speculation regarding his own UFC 303 return – slated for later this month in a welterweight fight against Michael Chandler, Makhachev, who claimed he was unsure if the Dubliner would ever fight again, staked his claim for a defense, however still.

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“To be honest, the (Conor) McGregor fight looks more interesting in terms of media, and in all respects,” Islam Makhachev told Ushatayka of who he would like to take on next. “But I don’t think he’ll ever show up for his next fight [at UFC 303]. We’ve all seen that video – plus, they [the UFC] cancelled the press conference.”

“I don’t think he’ll be able to make it to the fight,” Islam Makhachev continued. “Even if he does [fight at UFC 303], I think (Michael) Chandler will win. He’s more focused, he’s been training hard, he looks more hungry.

Would you like to see Islam Makhachev fight Conor McGregor as soon as possible?

Islam Makhachev campaigns for grudge fight with Conor McGregor after UFC 302: ‘It looks more interesting’

Islam Makhachev campaigns for grudge fight with Conor McGregor next that's the more interesting fightUndisputed lightweight champion, Islam Makhachev has staked his claim for a grudge fight with former two-division titleholder, Conor McGregor…

Islam Makhachev campaigns for grudge fight with Conor McGregor next that's the more interesting fight

Undisputed lightweight champion, Islam Makhachev has staked his claim for a grudge fight with former two-division titleholder, Conor McGregor in his return to the Octagon next following his win at UFC 302 – claiming the clash is “more interesting” to him that other matchups.

Makhachev, the current undisputed lightweight champion and pound-for-pound number one ranked contender, headlined UFC 302 last weekend in New Jersey, successfully defending his crown in a fifth round win over commo-foe, Dustin Poirier.

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Landing an impressive submission victory, Makhachev battled through some significant adversity against the lightweight striking veteran, to land a D’Arce choke win,  turning in his third successful defense of the 155lbs title.

And immediately linked with a title fight rematch against the surging number one ranked, Arman Tsarukyan in his return after his win in ‘The Garden State’, Makhachev’s coach, Javier Mendez instead suggested a pairing with the above-mentioned, McGregor next.

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Islam Makhachev plays up Conor McGregor fight

Amid continued speculation regarding his own UFC 303 return – slated for later this month in a welterweight fight against Michael Chandler, Makhachev, who claimed he was unsure if the Dubliner would ever fight again, staked his claim for a defense, however still.

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“To be honest, the (Conor) McGregor fight looks more interesting in terms of media, and in all respects,” Islam Makhachev told Ushatayka of who he would like to take on next. “But I don’t think he’ll ever show up for his next fight [at UFC 303]. We’ve all seen that video – plus, they [the UFC] cancelled the press conference.”

“I don’t think he’ll be able to make it to the fight,” Islam Makhachev continued. “Even if he does [fight at UFC 303], I think (Michael) Chandler will win. He’s more focused, he’s been training hard, he looks more hungry.

Would you like to see Islam Makhachev fight Conor McGregor as soon as possible?