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Dustin Poirier explains why he favors Conor McGregor to beat Michael Chandler
Cole Shelton - January 10, 2023
Dustin Poirier has shared the Octagon with both Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler and he’s favoring the Irishman to win if they fight. Ever since Chandler signed with the UFC he has called out McGregor for a fight. It would be a massive bout and one that on paper would be a very entertaining one. Yet, as of right now, it has yet to happen but as both men are without a fight, Dana White has said he thinks that fight is likely to happen.
Dustin Poirier still hopeful Michael Chandler will be "honest" about what he did at UFC 281: "I don’t want an apology. It doesn’t mean anything to me"
Cole Shelton - January 9, 2023
Dustin Poirier wants Michael Chandler to tell the truth. At UFC 281, Poirier and Chandler fought in a highly-anticipated bout that lived up to expectations. It was a back-and-forth war but in the third round, Poirier got the submission which he was pleased with.
Michael Bisping believes Conor McGregor could fast track his way to a UFC title shot with a knockout of Michael Chandler
Harry Kettle - December 14, 2022
Michael Bisping believes Conor McGregor could end up with a UFC title shot if he’s able to knock out Michael Chandler. The return of Conor McGregor has been hotly debated ever since his leg break last summer against Dustin Poirier. A parade of potential opponents have been mentioned, understandably, given that McGregor can fight at a series of different weight classes.
Conor McGregor opens as betting favorite in potential fight against Michael Chandler
Cole Shelton - December 9, 2022
Conor McGregor is favored to beat Michael Chandler. On Thursday, UFC president Dana White spoke to ESPN and revealed that Chandler will likely be the opponent for McGregor’s return fight. It’s a scrap that many fans have called for, along with Chandler.
Jorge Masvidal shoots down BMF title clash with Michael Chandler: "Will Brooks hit him so hard he quit"
Josh Evanoff - November 29, 2022
UFC welterweight contender Jorge Masvidal doesn’t seem interested in facing Michael Chandler. ‘Gamebred’ has been out of action since March, when he lost to Colby Covington by decision. Weeks after the defeat, Masvidal reportedly assaulted ‘Chaos’ at a Miami bar. As of now, he’s facing charges of felony battery, with a trial date of next year.
Watch the heated exchange between Dustin Poirier and Michael Chandler following their epic battle at UFC 281 (Video)
Jeffrey Walter - November 23, 2022
Dustin Poirier and Michael Chandler had a heated exchange in the Octagon following their epic battle at UFC 281. Poirier (29-7 MMA) and Chandler (23-8 MMA) collided on the main card of this month’s pay-per-view event in New York City.
Michael Chandler hits back at accusations of being a dirty fighter in Dustin Poirier fight: "You're just in there trying to survive"
Josh Evanoff - November 21, 2022
UFC lightweight contender Michael Chandler wants to make it clear that he’s not a dirty fighter. ‘Iron’ returned to action at UFC 281 earlier this month in New York City. Standing opposite the former Bellator champion was Dustin Poirier. ‘The Diamond’ was also looking to break back into title contention, having been out of action for nearly a year.
Michael Chandler eyes showdown with Jorge Masvidal: "You tell me who the BMF is right now"
Fernando Quiles - November 20, 2022
Michael Chandler is playing fantasy matchmaker, and he thinks one bout, in particular, might just get his juices flowing. Chandler is known for his exciting fighting style in the lightweight division. Whether he wins or loses, oftentimes, fans are more than satisfied seeing the former three-time Bellator Lightweight Champion in action. With that said, he could be looking at another fan favorite to fight, but this one competes at welterweight.
Dustin Poirier reveals what he said to Michael Chandler after their UFC 281 fight: "He's just a freaking fake dude"
Cole Shelton - November 16, 2022
Dustin Poirier has opened up on what he told Michael Chandler after their UFC 281 fight. Poirier won the fight by third-round submission but when the fight ended, the two had some words. Chandler wouldn’t say what they talked about but Poirier took exception to the former Bellator champ fish-hooking him and dripping blood on his face, which he thinks was on purpose. So, once the fight ended, Poirier went to Chandler and wasn’t happy with his actions.
Eddie Alvarez calls for a trilogy fight with Michael Chandler following UFC 281, ‘Iron’ responds
Lewis Simpson - November 15, 2022
Eddie Alvarez called for a trilogy fight with his former foe Michael Chandler following UFC 281. It didn’t take Chandler long to respond. Many moons ago, Alvarez and Chandler gave Bellator two electrifying bouts, which are nailed into the memory books. After undergoing nine rounds together, the bad blood was still left unsettled, with both men holding victories over each other.
Michael Chandler has his sights set on Conor McGregor following UFC 281 loss: "I am the biggest fight that he could take"
Lewis Simpson - November 14, 2022
Michael Chandler has his sights set on welcoming Conor McGregor back to the Octagon following his UFC 281 defeat to Dustin Poirier. Chandler and Poirier had Madison Square Garden on their feet as excepted at UFC 281.The veterans wasted no time in slugging it out.
What's next for the stars of UFC 281?
Cole Shelton - November 14, 2022
The UFC returned to Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York for a stacked UFC 281 that saw both titles change hands. In the main event, Israel Adesanya was looking to defend his middleweight title against Alex Pereira. The co-main event saw Carla Esparza looking to defend her strawweight belt against Zhang Weili. Also on the main card was a lightweight bout between Dustin Poirier and Michael Chandler.
Pros react after Dustin Poirier submits Michael Chandler at UFC 281
Chris Taylor - November 12, 2022
UFC 281 Results: Dustin Poirier stops Michael Chandler (Video)
Chris Taylor - November 12, 2022
Tonight’s UFC 281 main card features a key lightweight bout between Dustin Poirier and Michael Chandler. Poirier (28-7 MMA) will be returning to action for the first time since suffering a submission loss to Charles Oliveira in a fight for the promotions vacant lightweight title at UFC 269. Prior to that setback, ‘The Diamond’ was riding a three-fight winning streak, which included two TKO victories over Conor McGregor.
Dustin Poirier warns Michael Chandler against using “tough guy mindset” at UFC 281: "If he fights me like he fought Justin Gaethje, I'll clean him up”
Susan Cox - November 11, 2022
Dustin Poirier has sent a warning to Michael Chandler against using a ‘tough guy mindset’ ahead of UFC 281. It will be Dustin Poirier (28-7 MMA) vs Michael Chandler (23-7 MMA) in a lightweight bout on Saturday, November 12th at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Michael Chandler plans to steal Alex Volkanovski’s title shot with “undeniable” performance against Dustin Poirier at UFC 281
Susan Cox - November 10, 2022
Michael Chandler plans to steal Alex Volkanovski’s title shot with an ‘undeniable’ performance against Dustin Poirier at UFC 281. Michael Chandler is speaking out ahead of this Saturday’s fight at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
UFC 281 | Pro fighters make their picks for Dustin Poirier vs. Michael Chandler
Cole Shelton - November 10, 2022
On the main card of UFC 281, a highly-anticipated lightweight bout goes down as Dustin Poirier takes on Michael Chandler. Heading into the fight, Poirier is a -230 favorite with the former Bellator champ being a +176 underdog on FanDuel. Ahead of the fight, BJPENN.com reached out to several pro-fighters to get their prediction for the scrap. The pros expect Poirier to get it done – and likely by finish – in a very fan-friendly fight.
Dan Hooker previews UFC 281 lightweight clash between Michael Chandler and Dustin Poirier: "Chandler has a disregard for his own personal safety"
Josh Evanoff - November 7, 2022
Dan Hooker believes Michael Chandler and Dustin Poirier are going to put on a show at UFC 281. The UFC’s lightweight division is in a state of flux. Last month, Islam Makhachev became the 155-pound champion, ending Charles Oliveira’s reign with a second-round submission. Following that win, the Russian called for a clash with Alexander Volkanovski next.
Dustin Poirier explains what he plans to prove to his family by defeating Michael Chandler at UFC 281
Harry Kettle - November 7, 2022
Dustin Poirier has revealed what he sets out to prove by beating Michael Chandler at UFC 281 this weekend. On Saturday night at Madison Square Garden, Dustin Poirier and Michael Chandler will collide. It’s a clash that, in many ways, has been building for a few years now.