Conor McGregor ‘s UFC return continues to be surrounded by doubt. Because of this, Michael Chandler is beginning to make backup plans should the long-awaited fight fail to go ahead. After putting on all-timer matchups since entering the octagon, Chandler’s career has now taken a hit. The former Bellator lightweight champion has sat out a large chunk of his final years in the sport, hindering the heights he may have reached under the UFC banner. Now, a year on from coaching on The Ultimate Fighter, Michael Chandler is seemingly done waiting around for Conor McGregor. In a post on social media, the 38-year-old requested a new matchup — against another returning legend of the sport.  “Better idea,” Chandler said in response to a fan on X.