Michael Chandler News
Dustin Poirier torches Michael Chandler after recent shot on social media
Harry Kettle - December 16, 2024
UFC legend Dustin Poirier has torched Michael Chandler on social media following a recent back and forth between them. One thing we know to be true about Dustin Poirier is that he keeps it real. Regardless of whether he wins or loses inside the cage, he is just so likable in the eyes of the mixed martial arts community because he goes out there and leaves it all in the Octagon.
Michael Chandler believes future fight against Paddy Pimblett will happen: "Would be absolutely huge"
Cole Shelton - December 13, 2024
Michael Chandler believes he could face Paddy Pimblett in the very near future. Chandler is coming off a decision loss to Charles Oliveira at UFC 309 in his return to the Octagon. Following the loss, Chandler called out Conor McGregor but with the Irishman dealing with legal issues, his future is in doubt. With that, Chandler doesn’t have a clear-cut next opponent, but one fight that he does have an interest in is Pimblett.
Michael Chandler not thinking about retirement despite recent UFC losses: "I've got a lot of tread left on the tires"
Josh Evanoff - December 12, 2024
UFC lightweight contender Michael Chandler isn’t thinking about retirement quite yet. ‘Iron’ is fresh off his return to the octagon last month in New York City. Back for the first time since being submitted by Dustin Poirier in 2022, Michael Chandler again faced Charles Oliveira. While the former Bellator champion was initially set to face Conor McGregor in June, ‘The Notorious’ withdrew due to injury.
Michael Chandler interested in facing Colby Covington after UFC Tampa: "He just doesn't have it anymore"
Josh Evanoff - December 12, 2024
UFC lightweight contender Michael Chandler is down to meet Colby Covington at 170 pounds. ‘Iron’ is fresh off his return to the octagon in the co-main event of UFC 309 last month in New York. Back for the first time since being submitted by Dustin Poirier two years ago, Michael Chandler again met Charles Oliveira. ‘Do Bronx’ previously handed the former Bellator star a knockout loss in a bid for vacant UFC gold in 2021.
Michael Chandler and Jorge Masvidal tease April showdown in Miami: "Say the word and it's a go"
Josh Evanoff - December 3, 2024
It appears a clash between UFC stars Michael Chandler and Jorge Masvidal is on the horizon. ‘Iron’ is fresh off his return to the octagon last month in the co-main event of UFC 309. Ending a two-year hiatus, Michael Chandler faced former lightweight champion Charles Oliveira. ‘Do Bronx’ had famously handed the former Bellator star a second-round knockout loss in 2022, in a bid for vacant UFC gold.
Michael Chandler addresses accusations that he cheats in UFC fights: "I'm an honest guy"
BJ Penn Staff - November 28, 2024
Michael Chandler has responded to accusations that he intentionally bends the rules in his UFC fights. Chandler, the former Bellator lightweight champ, was back in action in the co-main event of UFC 309 in New York City earlier this month, taking on Brazilian legend Charles Oliveira. He lost the five-round fight by unanimous decision, and afterwards came under fire for repeatedly striking Oliveira to the back of the head — a foul in MMA — in the final round.
Michael Chandler still believes Conor McGregor fight is possible despite Irishman's legal woes: "Why not fight me?"
Josh Evanoff - November 27, 2024
UFC lightweight contender Michael Chandler still believes Conor McGregor should fight him. ‘Iron’ is fresh off his return to the octagon in the co-main event of UFC 309 earlier this month. Back for the first time since suffering a loss to Dustin Poirier in late 2022, Michael Chandler again met Charles Oliveira. ‘Do Bronx’ previously handed the former Bellator champion a knockout loss in 2021, in a bid for vacant UFC gold.
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.
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.
Michael Chandler reveals Charles Oliveira rematch left him in the most pain in his career: "Most injuries I’ve ever had in a fight"
Cole Shelton - November 20, 2024
Michael Chandler says he’s never been in more pain after a fight than he was after UFC 309. Chandler ended his two-year-long layoff on Saturday in a rematch against Charles Oliveira. He suffered a five-round decision loss but wasn’t dropped or knocked down at all in the fight. However, he says he still left that fight with more injuries and more pain than he’s ever had before.
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.
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.
Pros react after Charles Oliveira defeats Michael Chandler at UFC 309
Chris Taylor - November 16, 2024
Several pro fighters took to ‘X’ with reactions following the conclusion of tonight’s UFC 309 co-main event between Michael Chandler and Charles Oliveira. Chandler and Oliveira were competing for a second time this evening at Madison Square Garden. The pair had originally 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 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.
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.