It's official: Conor McGregor to fight Michael Chandler on June 29

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Conor McGregor's long-awaited return to UFC action will come June 29 against Michael Chandler in Las Vegas.

While McGregor said earlier this year that the bout would take place then, CEO Dana White made the official announcement late Saturday at UFC 300.

The McGregor-Chandler fight is set to headline UFC 303. They will fight at 170 pounds.

The 35-year-old McGregor (22-6) has no