Michael Chandler 'seals' his presence at UFC Casa Branca and mentions his ideal opponent: 'My name is there'

M. Chandler in victory for the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

Michael chandler is excited about the possibility of facing Conor McGregor at UFC Casa Branca. The American, who waited for two years and even starred in 'The Ultimate Fighter' with his rival, almost shared the octagon with the Irishman in UFC 303, but the fight never came to fruition. Now, with McGregor excited to fight on the White House lawn, Chandler's dream is renewed.

In an interview with Ariel Helwani, Michael chandler expressed his desire to be part of the historic card that the UFC plans to hold on the White House lawn. The fighter stated that he has already discussed the matter with the organization.

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"That octagon on the White House lawn has my name on it... I've already spoken to the UFC about it. They know I want to be on that card," he said. Michael chandler.

The American also indicated Conor McGregor as the ideal opponent for the occasion. In Chandler's view, the grandeur of the scenario could serve as a stimulus for the Irishman to refocus and return to the highest level.

"I would love to fight Conor. It's definitely a platform that could put Conor on the right track... If you're a betting man, I wouldn't bet on it, but definitely bet the house on Chandler fighting on the White House card," Chandler concluded.

Conor McGregor e Michael chandler under discussion at TUF 31 (Photo: Instagram/UFC)

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After McGregor pulled out of the fight due to a finger injury, the American was paired with Charles of the Bronx No. UFC 309, where he ended up being dominated by the Brazilian in a five-round duel.

In the sequence, Chandler was also defeated by Paddy Pimblett by technical knockout in UFC 314.

Conor McGregor fuels UFC return rumors at the White House

Conor McGregor in turn, he seems to be serious about returning to the octagon at UFC Casa Branca. The Irishman, who hasn't fought since 2021, came back to the drug testing program and recently appeared on social media honing his striking. In images shared via Instagram story, McGregor showed off a Muay Thai workout with clippers.

In addition to training, his return to the Drug Free Sport International (DFSI) monitoring program marks a decisive step toward his long-rumored return to the Octagon. Under current rules, McGregor must complete a six-month period of random testing before being cleared to compete again.

This would mean the Irishman would become eligible from March 2026, making him a natural candidate to be part of the UFC's celebratory card, scheduled for July of next year, possibly at a special event at the White House in the United States.