P. Pitbull (left) and M. Chandler (right) faced each other at Bellator 211. Photo: Montagem SL/MMA Press
In search of another title defense, Patrick Pitbull says he is focused on the rematch against Emmanuel sanchez, but remembered his rivalry against Michael chandler. The Brazilian, who fights on April 2nd in a fight valid for Bellator 255, spoke about his personal history with the North American and highlighted the former rival's sudden success in Ultimate.
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“My rivalry against Michael chandler it was personal. The same night he beat my brother, he said he could beat my entire family. I made him pay for his words and knocked him out inside the cage in one minute,” recalled Patrício in an interview with 'MMA Junkie'.
the duel between Patrick Pitbull e Michael chandler occurred in May 2019, when the Brazilian needed just 61 seconds to win the lightweight belt (under 70,3kg). Later, the North American beat Sidney Outlaw and Ben henderson before heading to Ultimate.
With just one victory in the new organization, Chandler has already qualified for the title fight and will face Do Bronx, on May 15th. However, for Patrício, the fact that the 'Iron'already being in a title fight demonstrates the quality of Bellator's competitors.
“A lot of people only care about the UFC. That's the wrong way of thinking. The proof of this is Michael chandler, coming from Bellator, having a devastating victory in his Ultimate debut against a high-ranking opponent. Chandler is just getting started. Seeing how dangerous he can be in the UFC further proves the quality of Bellator fighters – and how good I am as a fighter”, added the Brazilian.
At 33, Patrick Pitbull holds the Bellator featherweight (up to 65,7kg) and lightweight (up to 70,3kg) titles. Now, the Brazilian faces Emmanuel sanchez in the semi-finals of the 'Grand Prix' of the franchise. He has a career record of 31 wins and four losses.
Moreover, Michael chandler, 34, debuted in Ultimate with a victory over Dan Hooker and guaranteed the fight for the belt after the lightweight champion (up to 70,3kg.), Khabib Nurmagomedov, confirm retirement. The North American, who faces Charles of the Bronx No. UFC 262, has a history of 22 positive results and five negative results as a professional.
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