"You should have been an NFL running back" - Fans in awe of Michael Chandler's "peak shape" as 'Iron' shows of ripped physique ahead of UFC 303

Michael Chandler is looking remarkably fit ahead of his highly anticipated clash with Conor McGregor at UFC 303 on June 29. The American fighter recently shared a training video showcasing his impressive physique and explosive power, leaving fans in awe of his dedication.

Chandler is expected to be a tough challenge for McGregor, who makes his return to the octagon after a lengthy absence due to injury. Both fighters are coming off losses to Dustin Poirier, making this a pivotal fight for their respective careers.

The training video posted by Chandler shows him engaged in an intense circuit workout, highlighting his impressive strength and conditioning. Chandler captioned the video:

“#workoutoftheday - you know you’re firing on all cylinders when even your miscues and messups work out in your favor. Having a blast with it. Flowin’ baby! #UFC303”

Check out the clip below:

Fans swarmed the comments section, impressed by Chandler's peak condition. One fan remarked:

“Mike you should have been a NFL running back.”

Another chimed in, acknowledging Chandler's consistent fitness but suggesting the fight might be a mental battle:

“Mike is always in peak shape. I think this will come down to a head game type fight”

Check out some of the fan reactions below:

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Michael Chandler predicts Conor McGregor's retirement after beatdown of "Biblical proportions" at UFC 303

Michael Chandler expects fireworks when he faces Conor McGregor in a highly anticipated matchup at UFC 303.

In a recent Q&A session on Instagram, ‘Iron ’ confidently stated that the bout will be the "biggest fight of the last five years," even surpassing McGregor's 2018 showdown with Khabib Nurmagomedov.

He also predicted two contrasting outcomes of their fight - either McGregor stages the "greatest comeback in combat sports history" or he delivers a "beatdown of biblical proportions," forcing McGregor into retirement:

"This is going to be the biggest fight of the last five years. This will be the biggest fight since Conor vs. Khabib [Nurmagomedov].... On June 29, you have to buy the pay-per-view, and you have to buy the pay-per-view because there’s a chance this is the greatest comeback in combat sports history by the sport’s biggest star.

"Or the other option, the more likely option, is I absolutely molly wop this dude and put a beatdown of biblical proportions on him, and this is the last time you ever see Conor McGregor compete inside the octagon.“ [h/t MMA Junkie]