Michael Chandler
UFC 2021–present · rated in 3 editions · peak overall 86.0
Scouting report
Making a UFC debut by knocking out Dan Hooker and later delivering a front-kick knockout of Tony Ferguson, Michael "Iron" Chandler is a high-output action fighter. Born in High Ridge, Missouri and training at Kill Cliff FC, the multiple-time Bellator world champion's power is demonstrated by an 88 Boxing rating, 81 Wrestling, and 85 Overall score.
Peak ratings
By edition
Chandler made his UFC debut in January 2021 at UFC 257 in Abu Dhabi, knocking out top contender Dan Hooker in 2:30, before dropping a title bout to Charles Oliveira at UFC 262 and engaging Justin Gaethje in a three-round Fight of the Year war at UFC 268 in Madison Square Garden. His athleticism, NCAA Division I wrestling, and right hand are reflected in an 90 Boxing and 88 Wrestling.
Chandler delivered a front-kick knockout of Tony Ferguson at UFC 274 in Phoenix, before engaging Dustin Poirier in a submission war at UFC 281 in Madison Square Garden. His explosiveness, wrestling base, and knockout power justify his 90 Boxing and 88 Wrestling ratings.
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