"Chandler is a dead corpse" - Conor McGregor training jiu-jitsu in gi with new black-belt riles up MMA fans

After a long hiatus from the sport owing to a leg injury, Conor McGregor is now gearing up for his UFC return against former three-time Bellator lightweight champion Michael Chandler.

Chandler, a seasoned wrestler, has seemingly made 'The Notorious' consider brushing up his own grappling skills. In a new Instagram post, the Irishman shared pictures of him training jiu-jitsu donning a gi, complete with his new black belt.

McGregor's dedication to improving his craft has riled up his fans, with many noting their opinions in the fighter's comments section. Let's take a look at a few reactions.

In a wishful response, @bradleyleewrenn wrote:

"Seems to be dropping weight. UFC 300. Chandler is a dead corpse."

Another user @maclifesquad wrote:

"That Submission vs. Chandler will look real good on the record 🥋💯."

Instagram user @mcgregor_italianpage wrote:

"The King Is back 👊🏻❤️."

In a rather salty response, @xslavicx wrote:

"Bro, your career is over. Avoid the brain damage and enjoy the fruits of your labor like you have been."

In a hilarious quip on McGregor receiving a black belt in jiu-jitsu, @hemi_lio_g94 wrote:

"New mythical fighter. Black Belt McGregor."

In an appreciatory response, @thisisjoshprince wrote:

"Working on the ground, gotta love the work.🔥"

@abetsimiklis opined:

"The greatest comeback in sports history, two belts, bjj black belt, and a bank full of cash.. when it’s all said and done, it’ll go down in history @thenotoriousmma."

In a hostile reaction, @engkusyafiq92 wrote:

"Chandler is gonna kill [yo]u mcNugget."

Another netizen @dawn_daysss wrote:

"The redemption story coming.🔜💪🏼"

Image courtesy @thenotoriousmma on Instagram

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When Michael Chandler predicted a knockout against Conor McGregor

Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler are two of the most exciting athletes in the premier promotion, and their upcoming fight is expected to be a top-selling pay-per-view for the UFC.

Despite McGregor's alluring laurels, 'Iron' believes he will handily beat the Irishman when they lock horns in the octagon. During a media interaction at UFC 285, the former lightweight title challenger gave his prediction for the fight, saying:

"I'm going to not just slice through him but bludgeon him with both of these hands and do whatever I want, both standing or on the ground, and finish him by the second round. That's my mistic Mike prediction."

Catch Michael Chandler's comments on the Conor McGregor fight below (5:02):