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Michael Chandler claims he beats Charles Oliveira 9 times out of 10, despite two losses
Cole Shelton - November 27, 2024
Michael Chandler thinks he is a better fighter than Charles Oliveira. Chandler suffered a decision loss to Oliveira at UFC 309, in a rematch of their 2021 fight which the Brazilian won by TKO. Despite being 0-2 against Oliveira, Michael Chandler claims he beats the Brazilian 9 times out of 10.
Renowned MMA figure thinks Michael Chandler is on the decline following UFC 309 loss: 'He has hit Tony Ferguson status'
Fernando Quiles - November 25, 2024
One well-known MMA figure and pioneer believes Michael Chandler has seen better days in pro MMA competition. Chandler returned to the Octagon after two years of inactivity at UFC 309. He took on former UFC lightweight champion Charles Oliveira in a rematch. Chandler struggling with the grappling of “do Bronx,” but he did have a late surge and almost finished his opponent. Ultimately, Oliveira won the fight via unanimous decision, but fans inside Madison Square Garden cheered “Iron” for his efforts late in the fight.
Ex-Bellator champion blasts Michael Chandler following UFC 309 loss to Charles Oliveira
Fernando Quiles - November 24, 2024
Michael Chandler doesn’t have a fan in one former Bellator champion. Chandler was in action earlier this month on the main card of UFC 309. He shared the Octagon with Charles Oliveira in a rematch. Despite a late effort to get a finish, Chandler ultimately dropped a unanimous decision and he is now 0-2 against “do Bronx.”
Michael Chandler names two potential opponents if Conor McGregor isn't available: 'That's another banger'
Fernando Quiles - November 21, 2024
Michael Chandler has name-dropped two potential opponents not named Conor McGregor following UFC 309. Chandler recently shared the Octagon with Charles Oliveira in a rematch. Oliveira stopped Chandler to capture the UFC Lightweight Championship back in 2021. The rematch took place inside Madison Square Garden in New York City, and it was “do Bronx” who once again scored the win, this time via unanimous decision despite a late scare.
What's next for the stars of UFC 309?
Cole Shelton - November 19, 2024
The UFC was in New York City, New York for a solid UFC 309 card. In the main event, Jon Jones was looking to defend his heavyweight title for the first time against Stipe Miocic. The co-main event saw Charles Oliveira taking on Michael Chandler in a five-round lightweight fight.
Conor McGregor reacts to “mad little fellow” Michael Chandler’s loss to Charles Oliveira at UFC 309
Harry Kettle - November 19, 2024
Conor McGregor has given his thoughts on rival Michael Chandler’s defeat to Charles Oliveira at UFC 309 last weekend. On Saturday night, Michael Chandler came up short in his attempt to defeat Charles Oliveira in their rematch. However, he didn’t go down without a fight. After Oliveira largely controlled the first four rounds of the contest, Chandler went for it in the fifth and almost got ‘Do Bronx’ out of there with a remarkable flurry.
Dana White provides reassuring update on Michael Chandler's UFC future
Harry Kettle - November 18, 2024
UFC president Dana White has provided an update on the future of Michael Chandler after his loss at UFC 309. At the weekend, Michael Chandler went head to head with Charles Oliveira in their highly anticipated rematch. While Chandler had an incredible fifth round and seemed to be turning things around, the previous four rounds all belonged to the man known as ‘Do Bronx’.
UFC 309 Bonus Report: Charles Oliveira and Michael Chandler take home FOTN
Chris Taylor - November 16, 2024
The Octagon returned to Madison Sqaure Garden for tonight’s UFC 309 event, and five fighters wound up taking home $50k bonuses. The fight card was headlined by a heavyweight title bout featuring Jon Jones taking on former champion Stipe Miocic. The contest proved to be another dominant performance from the greatest MMA fighter of all time in Jon Jones. ‘Bones’ nearly finished Stipe Miocic in the opening round with some brutal elbows, but the former champ showcased his heart to survive the initial onslaught. While Miocic did better in round two, it was still clearly Jon’s fight to lose. Then, in round three, ‘Bones’ landed a spinning back kick that put Miocic down for good. Some follow up ground and pound was all Jones needed to end the fight.
UFC 309 Results: Charles Oliveira defeats Michael Chandler (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - November 16, 2024
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC 309 results, including the lightweight rematch between Charles Oliveira and Michael Chandler. The pair first collided for the vacant lightweight title at UFC 262 in May of 2021, with ‘Do Bronx’ emerging victorious by way of second-round TKO.
UFC 309 | Pro fighters make their picks for Charles Oliveira vs Michael Chandler 2
Cole Shelton - November 14, 2024
In the co-main event, a pivotal lightweight bout goes down as Charles Olivera rematches Michael Chandler. Heading into the bout, Oliveira is a -280 favorite while the American is a +210 underdog on FanDuel. Ahead of the scrap, BJPENN.com reached out to several pro fighters to get their predictions for the lightweight bout. The pros are unanimous in thinking Oliveira will beat Chandler again at UFC 309.
Michael Chandler believes Dustin Poirier would reject heated rematch: "He's never going to take the chance"
Josh Evanoff - November 13, 2024
UFC lightweight contender Michael Chandler believes Dustin Poirier won’t fight him again. ‘Iron’ is slated to return to the octagon in the co-main event of UFC 309 on Saturday night. Back for the first time since a submission loss to Dustin Poirier two years ago, Michael Chandler will face Charles Oliveira. ‘Do Bronx’ previously handed the former Bellator champion a knockout loss in a meeting for the lightweight title in May 2021.
Michael Chandler reveals lofty goals beyond UFC 309 rematch with Charles Oliveira: 'That could work out really well'
Fernando Quiles - November 13, 2024
Michael Chandler has an ambitious roadmap for his next few UFC fights. Chandler hasn’t seen action inside the Octagon in two years. He is scheduled to collide with Charles Oliveira in a rematch. Oliveira halted Chandler’s hopes of becoming the UFC lightweight champion courtesy of a second-round TKO back in 2021.
Michael Chandler can't bring himself to watch KO loss against Charles Oliveira ahead of UFC 309
Fernando Quiles - November 12, 2024
Michael Chandler believes he was too fresh in the UFC when he dropped his first fight against Charles Oliveira. Chandler and Oliveira fought for the UFC Lightweight Championship back in 2021. Despite having a solid opening round, Chandler ended up being dropped and finished by “do Bronx” in the second round.
Michael Chandler looks sharp in training ahead of UFC 309 return
Harry Kettle - November 9, 2024
UFC star Michael Chandler looks sharp in training ahead of his expected return at UFC 309 next weekend. After a few years of waiting to fight Conor McGregor, Michael Chandler finally got sick of waiting. Instead, he’s opted to climb back into the Octagon to battle it out with Charles Oliveira for the second time. In their first fight, of course, Oliveira came out on top and captured the UFC lightweight championship in the process.
Michael Chandler plans for busy 2025 with potential victory over Charles Oliveira: "Oldest lightweight UFC champion ever"
Josh Evanoff - November 8, 2024
UFC lightweight contender Michael Chandler is already looking beyond Charles Oliveira. ‘Iron’ hasn’t been seen in the cage since a submission loss to Dustin Poirier in November 2022. As many fans are aware, Michael Chandler was then booked to face Conor McGregor. After a year of speculation, the two signed a deal to fight at UFC 303 in June. Sadly, ‘The Notorious’ withdrew due to a broken toe.
Dustin Poirier seemingly offers to face Charles Oliveira amid rumors of Michael Chandler fight cancelation: "I'm in"
Josh Evanoff - November 6, 2024
Dustin Poirier is down to fight at UFC 309 if there’s any issue with Charles Oliveira vs. Michael Chandler. ‘The Diamond’ hasn’t been seen in the cage since a clash with lightweight champion Islam Makhachev in June. In the main event of UFC 302, Dustin Poirier gave it his all in his third crack at undisputed gold. Sadly for the former interim lightweight champion, he suffered a heartbreaking fifth-round submission defeat.
Michael Chandler explains why UFC 309 fight with Charles Oliveira is the perfect script after being stiffed on Conor McGregor bout
Fernando Quiles - November 5, 2024
Michael Chandler believes his UFC 309 rematch with Charles Oliveira is the perfect scenario. Chandler was in for a letdown when he trusted that a mega fight with Conor McGregor would materialize. While the fight was booked to take place earlier this year, an injury sidelined McGregor, who won’t be fighting until at least 2025. Chandler then received a crucial lightweight showdown against Oliveira, which is set to take place inside Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Michael Chandler reveals he's "willing to die" ahead of UFC 309 return
Harry Kettle - October 31, 2024
UFC star Michael Chandler has revealed that he’s willing to die ahead of his big return at UFC 309 in New York City next month. One thing we know to be true about Michael Chandler is that he’s a warrior. Regardless of whether he wins or loses, he always goes out there with the intention of putting on a show. In just a few short weeks, after two years away from the cage, he will chase greatness once again in a huge rematch against Charles Oliveira.