Michael Chandler Ends Speculation on Paddy Pimblett Fight Rumours With a Green Light

Michael Chandler has always been a fighter who thrives on challenges. The #7-ranked lightweight burst into the promotion with explosive energy, bringing with him a decorated resume as a former Bellator lightweight champion. Known for his relentless fighting style and knack for delivering unforgettable performances, Chandler quickly became a fan favorite and climbed the UFC ranks.

However, his journey has been far from easy. Since joining the UFC, Chandler has faced some of the division’s elite, including Justin Gaethje, Charles Oliveira, and Dustin Poirier. While these high-profile matchups showcased his warrior spirit, they have yielded just one victory in his last five outings, putting him in a challenging position. Recently, ‘Iron’ addressed rumors of a potential fight against rising star Paddy Pimblett. Let’s see what the 155fer had to say!

Michael Chandler addresses the possibilities regarding his future

The UFC world has been buzzing with rumors of a potential clash between Michael Chandler and Paddy Pimblett. Recently, Chandler joined Sean O’Malley’s coach Tim Welch on his YouTube channel for a conversation, and ‘Iron’ didn’t hold back. While he acknowledged Pimblett’s skills, he made it clear that the challenge doesn’t feel as intimidating compared to the elite competition he’s already faced.

“I definitely think it’s possible at this point. This sport is so nuts, man. If you would’ve asked me before the Arman versus Islam debacle, I’d have said Paddy was a higher likelihood. But now, that may have shifted. Still, Paddy’s a possibility. It’s a big fight, a fun fight, and one I like stylistically,” Chandler told Welch.

He then added, “Not to take anything away from him, but when you fought Poirier, you fought Gaethje, you fought Oliveira, you fought Dan Hooker, fighting Paddy Pimblett sounds like a fun day at the office.”

The speculation isn’t unfounded. The Englishman himself hinted at the matchup in a recent YouTube video, using Chandler’s famous quote to stoke the flames. “I’m coming for that belt, so I’m looking for higher-ranked fighters. I’m sure you’ll see a fight announcement soon enough. I’ve said yeah, and the opponent said yeah, just need to get stuff signed. So, you know the score, everyone… and I’ll see you at the top,” Pimblett said.

Notably, the matchup makes sense on paper. Chandler’s experience and Pimblett’s energetic power promise an electrifying clash. Additionally, Pimblett is coming off a dominant victory against Bobby Green at UFC 304, further solidifying his status as a contender to watch.

Meanwhile, For Chandler, this fight represents a chance to get back in the win column while capitalizing on Pimblett’s massive fan base. It’s a win-win scenario for both fighters, which is likely why Chandler is so open to the idea. However, it seems that ‘Iron’ still hasn’t been able to weather the storm named Conor McGregor. Let’s see what the buzz is about!

Chandler’s candid assessment of Conor McGregor’s career

Since his UFC debut, Michael Chandler has been a part of some of the most thrilling fights in the lightweight division. His highlight-reel knockout of Dan Hooker in his debut showcased his explosive power. However, his history with Conor McGregor has been a story of missed opportunities. Initially booked to face the Irishman at UFC 303, the fight fell through due to McGregor’s injury, leaving fans disappointed.

Despite the disappointment, Chandler recently gave a blunt assessment of McGregor’s career. In the same interview with Tim Welch, he said, “I don’t… He loves it. I think he has an uphill battle just getting out of the limelight for the wrong reasons. The best thing I think he can do is get into a training camp.” Notably, McGregor, who hasn’t fought since breaking his leg in 2021, has also hinted at a possible return.

However, his priorities appear divided between MMA and boxing. Recently, McGregor spoke about missed opportunities, including a rumored $250 million boxing match against Logan Paul. In a recent interview, he slammed UFC for missing the opportunity to fight in India, citing the growing market in the Sub-Continent.

“A new market in India has opened up and is booming. It was business-savvy and made business sense to make the fight happen—or should I say, the glorified spar happen. And in between this wait, this waiting period, the UFC is not into it. I’m not sure about WWE, or what their interest is in it. I just know the UFC weren’t into it,” McGregor told The Schmo.

While things didn’t materialize, McGregor will be keen to make a comeback soon. Meanwhile, Chandler’s recent comments about the possibility of fighting with Pimblett will surely give UFC fans some swinging nights. So, what do you think will the UFC world witness Chandler vs Pimblett?