Michael Chandler Insists He’ll Fight at UFC’s White House Event as McGregor Matchup Fades
His focus has shifted to Max Holloway’s BMF belt, with a Dan Hooker rematch also in play.
Overview
- Chandler says "I will be on the White House lawn June 14," continuing a public push to be booked for the South Lawn card.
- UFC leadership has indicated it does not plan to schedule Chandler vs. Conor McGregor for that event, though Chandler still holds out hope.
- Chandler is eyeing a BMF title shot against Max Holloway if Holloway beats Charles Oliveira at UFC 326.
- Dan Hooker has called for a rematch on the White House card; Chandler questions the seriousness of the callouts but remains receptive.
- Chandler sits at 23–10 (2–5 UFC) with three straight losses to elite lightweights and emphasizes his reliability and entertainment value for a marquee slot.