Covington Claims He's 'Premier Star' Besides Conor McGregor. In an interview with Lucky Block, Chandler had mentioned Covington and Paddy Pimblett as potential opponents up there

Eddie Alvarez doesn’t think Michael Chandler has lived up to his potential in the UFC. Chandler has gone 2-4 since debuting in the UFC in early 2021, but has delivered some of the most memorable battles. Having gone to war with Chandler twice during their title fights in Bellator, Alvarez knows how good Chandler is.

Eddie Alvarez is frustrated with how Michael Chandler's UFC tenure has gone, as he says Chandler should have done better.

Eddie Alvarez could see a world where he and Michael Chandler settle their trilogy once and for all. Alvarez fought Chandler nearly 15 years ago, losing their first bout in Bellator before later getting revenge against his rival in 2013.

“I’m coming for that belt, so I’m looking for higher ranked fighters now,” Pimblett said. “I’m sure you will see a fight announcement soon enough. I’ve said yeah, the opponent said yeah, just need to get stuff signed. So, you know the score, everyone. Like, comment, subscribe, and I’ll see you at the top.”

Conor McGregor has been absent from the UFC since 2021. He has recently been found guilty of sexual assault, which means his return may take a while.

Eddie Alvarez is one of the few MMA legends still competing in combat sports, and being 40 and having more than 40 professional fights, it's safe to assume the end of his career is near. But how close is retirement for "The Underground King"?

It's been a long road to recovery for Conor McGregor after breaking his leg in a loss versus Dustin Poirier back in 2021, but Michael Chandler is waiting on the Irishman