ABU DHABI – Dan Hooker spoke to the media Tuesday ahead of UFC 257 . Hooker (20-9 MMA, 10-5 UFC) discussed his lightweight co-main event bout against Michael Chandler (21-5 MMA, 0-0 UFC), believes that the three-time former Bellator lightweight champion has a justified amount of hype coming in, where he fits into the 155-pound title picture with a win, Khabib Nurmagomedov’s non-retirement, Conor McGregor ’s skills and much more. Related Dan Hooker on Khabib Nurmagomedov's future: 'If you say you're retired, in my mind you're retired' Video: UFC 257 'Countdown' for Michael Chandler vs. Dan Hooker Dan Hooker hopes to avoid Conor McGregor's wrath at UFC 257 press conference UFC 257 takes place Saturday at Etihad Arena on Yas Island. The main card airs on pay-per-view following prelims on ESPN and ESPN+. Watch the complete video of Hooker’s media day appearance above
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