Michael Chandler teases fight news: ‘Wheels in motion to bite down on that mouthpiece again’

Michael Chandler thinks there could finally be light at the end of the tunnel.

For nearly two years, Chandler has chased a fight with former two-division champion Conor McGregor, with nothing yet to show for it. The two were scheduled to fight at UFC 303 back in June, but McGregor ultimately withdrew due to a toe injury and the bout has yet to be rebooked.

But that could be changing soon as on Sunday, Chandler teased via his Instagram that a fight is in the works.

“Wheels in motion to bite down on that mouthpiece again… Bet on yourself, always.

“Walk On.

“See you at the top!”

Though Chandler doesn’t name McGregor outright, it’s likely any fight booking for the former Bellator lightweight champion will be against “Notorious.” Chandler has not shown any recent indication that he’s ready to move on to another opponent and both UFC CEO Dana White and Conor McGregor recently teased upcoming fight news for the the Irish superstar. That being said, it’s unclear if the fight will take place this year as White previously shot down the idea of McGregor competing in 2024.

McGregor has not competed in over three years. He last set foot in the octagon at UFC 264, where he suffered a catastrophic leg injury in his trilogy bout with Dustin Poirier. Chandler’s most recent opponent was also Poirier, losing via submission at UFC 281.