Speaking to Submission Radio (H/T BJPENN.com), Dan Hooker named three opponents who he wants to get int he Octagon with, starting with Tony Ferguson:
Dan Hooker then called out rising Brazilian Lightweight contender Charles Oliveira
Which opponent makes the most sense for Dan Hooker now?
While Tony Ferguson could still end up getting booked against Dustin Poirier after their UFC 254 bout fell through, perhaps the fight that makes the most sense for Dan Hooker is the newly-arrived Michael Chandler. While Chandler is serving as a back-up fighter for the UFC 254 main event, Dan Hooker would be the perfect welcoming party for him.
Even Charles Oliveira makes a lot of sense since he’s ranked at #6 while Dan Hooker is at #4. Should Oliveira defeat Hooker, then a top 5 opponent is virtually guaranteed for him.
The only big question is why the inactive Conor McGregor is still ranked at #5 in Lightweight when he hasn’t fought in the division in almost 2 years.
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