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Paddy Pimblett backed to win UFC title by legend who wrote him off ahead of Michael Chandler fight

Paddy Pimblett continues to turn doubters into believers during his UFC journey. ‘The Baddy’ has been repeatedly written off by fans and fighters during his 7-0 run in MMA’s premier league.

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Paddy Pimblett scolds doubters when reflecting on Michael Chandler win at UFC 314

Ever since he arrived in the Octagon, ‘The Baddy’ has been a controversial star. Paddy Pimblett has received criticism throughout his UFC run but he’s continuing to defy expectations with each win that he racks up in the lightweight division.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / April 23

Paddy Pimblett’s criticized by UFC record holder for gaining 42lbs since beating Michael Chandler

Paddy Pimblett is still flying high following the biggest win of his MMA career. Earlier this month, ‘The Baddy’ brutalized Michael Chandler en route to a third-round TKO win in the UFC 314 co-main event.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / April 22

Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler Finally Happening? Explosive Social Media Exchange Sparks UFC Frenzy

Michael Chandler has been fixated on securing a fight with Conor McGregor ever since they coached on The Ultimate Fighter 31 in 2023. Their planned showdown at UFC 303 fell apart when McGregor pulled out with an injury, extending Chandler's frustrating wait for what he considers unfinished business.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / April 21

Paddy Pimblett sends classy message to Michael Chandler after handing UFC star third straight loss

UFC star Paddy Pimblett had some words of encouragement for Michael Chandler after UFC 314. Paddy Pimblett earned the biggest win of his MMA career at UFC 314 over fellow UFC fan favorite Michael Chandler earlier this month.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / April 16

Paddy Pimblett shares footage of backstage interaction with Michael Chandler after UFC 314 beating

Paddy Pimblett paid a visit to Michael Chandler after the biggest win of his career. A relatively new name in the UFC lightweight rankings, Paddy Pimblett shot up to #8 in the world with a dominating win over Michael Chandler in the UFC 314 co-main event.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / April 15

Former UFC Champion: 'Michael Chandler got manhandled'

Heading into UFC 314, many believed lightweight star Paddy Pimblett was facing his toughest test. "The Baddy" took former title challenger Michael Chandler in the fight card's co-main event and largely dominated the former three-time Bellator lightweight champion.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / April 14

Conor McGregor reacts after losing $500,000 on Paddy Pimblett vs. Michael Chandler result at UFC 314

UFC superstar Conor McGregor lost a hefty bet on his longtime rival at UFC 314. Conor McGregor‘s faith in his longtime rival Michael Chandler fell short at UFC 314, as Chandler lost to Paddy Pimblett by third-round TKO in a lopsided defeat.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / April 14

‘Too many beatings’… Michael Chandler told to retire by UFC legend after Paddy Pimblett loss

Michael Chandler is at a crossroads after his loss to Paddy Pimblett at UFC 314. The former three-time Bellator lightweight champion’s career as a top contender appears to be over after he was brutalized en route to a shock third-round knockout loss in Miami, Florida, on Saturday night.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / April 13

Michael Chandler urged to rethink UFC career by former champ on same losing skid

Henry Cejudo thinks father time is catching up to him and Michael Chandler. The former two-division UFC Champion finds himself in the same boat as Michael Chandler.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / April 13

Paddy Pimblett shares touching backstage moment with Michael Chandler after gruesome UFC 314 KO

Paddy Pimblett made time to check in on Michael Chandler backstage last night after their gruesome battle in Miami. The pair’s UFC 314 co-main event delivered on the promised violence, although it was mostly one way traffic as Pimblett blasted out Chandler over three rounds to land a TKO win.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / April 13

‘Career killer’… Michael Chandler written off by Hall of Famer after UFC 314 ‘mauling’

Michael Chandler’s career as a top contender is over, according to a UFC Hall of Famer. The former three-time Bellator lightweight champion was battered bloody as he suffered a shockingly one-sided third-round TKO loss against Paddy Pimblett in the UFC 314 co-main event on Saturday night.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / April 13

Dana White compares Michael Chandler to boxing legend after watching him slip to 2-5 in the UFC

Dana White was full of praise for Michael Chandler in the immediate aftermath of UFC 314. On Saturday night, the former three-time Bellator lightweight champion fell to a fifth defeat since joining the UFC in 2021 Big KO wins over Dan Hooker and Tony Ferguson are all he has to show for his 7-fight Octagon run.

MMA News / MMA on SI / April 13

Paddy Pimblett mauls Michael Chandler at UFC 314, calls out multiple lightweight stars

A five-round fight between top lightweight contenders Michael Chandler and Paddy Pimblett served as the co-main event for UFC 314 at Miami's Kaseya Center.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / April 8

Robert Whittaker reveals his Michael Chandler vs. Paddy Pimblett prediction

The UFC 314 co-main event features an intriguing lightweight match between No. 7 ranked Michael Chandler and No. 12 ranked Paddy Pimblett. Chandler will enter the fight coming off back-to-back losses and having lost four of his last five fights.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / April 8

UFC 314 Showdown: Paddy Pimblett vs. Michael Chandler Could Redefine the Lightweight Division

The lightweight division’s ever-shifting landscape takes center stage at UFC 314 in Miami, where Michael Chandler and Paddy Pimblett will collide in a bout dripping with contrasting narratives.

MMA News / FirstSportz / April 7

Michael Chandler’s biggest career letdown revealed and it’s not Conor McGregor fiasco

Michael Chandler remains one of the UFC’s most exciting fighters, always delivering intense, action-packed bouts for fans to enjoy. Despite his thrilling performances, Chandler’s record has suffered, with victories eluding him in several key matchups.

MMA News / MMA on SI / April 7

Michael Chandler clears air on cheating controversies ahead of UFC 314

Michael Chandler is keen to address allegations after being blasted for cheating in his last few UFC performances. All-action 'Iron Mike' has blessed the Octagon with some of the best fights in UFC history, but they aren't without controversy.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / April 7

Michael Chandler Vs. Paddy Pimblett Predictions – ‘He Gets A Knockout’

Michael Chandler faces Paddy Pimblett at UFC 314 this weekend, as MMA insiders gave their predictions. Chandler has plenty to prove following his last performance against Charles Oliveira at UFC 309.

MMA News / MMA on SI / March 24

'Possibly...' Michael Chandler names old rival as UFC title threat

Michael Chandler has commented on Patricio Pitbull's potential now that he's in the UFC. After years of fighting the best in Bellator MMA, former two-division champion Pitbull joins his former rival Chandler on the pay-per-view portion of UFC 314 next month from Miami.

MMA News / MMA on SI / March 23

'My wife said...' UFC's Michael Chandler names only instance he'd fight in BKFC

Michael Chandler can only see one world where he takes off the UFC gloves to fight in BKFC. What can the former Bellator champion say, he loves being a UFC star, fighting all the best guys the lightweight division has to offer.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / March 19

Charles Oliveira: Fans ‘should forget about Conor McGregor coming back

Conor McGregor may still be on a few UFC fans radar but he’s not on Charles Oliveira’s radar anymore. Oliveira had dreamed up of a possible matchup against McGregor but it’s no longer the case.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / December 25

Michael Chandler makes big Christmas announcement, plus see how other UFC fights celebrated the holidays

On Christmas and the days surrounding, professional fighters shared photos, well wishes, and videos to their fans for the holiday season. There were photos of trees, family outings, and even some big announcements were made.

MMA News / Yardbarker / June 17

Michael Chandler: What’s next after canceled McGregor fight

Michael Chandler opens up on what’s next after canceled Conor McGregor fight

In a video released via social media on Monday, Chandler explained how he’s handling his canceled bout with McGregor — one he’s patiently waited for, for over a year.

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MMA News / Yardbarker / June 13

Chael Sonnen gives ominous prediction for McGregor’s UFC 303 fight

Chael Sonnen gives ominous prediction for Conor McGregor’s UFC 303 fight

The UFC is still scrambling as it tries to sort out whether or not its UFC 303 main event fight between McGregor and Michael Chandler will go forth as planned on June 29.

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