M. Chandler at a UFC press conference. Photo: Reproduction/YouTube UFC
One of the protagonists of UFC 262, which takes place on May 15th, Michael chandler It's just trust. Opponent of Charles of the Bronx in the fight for the vacant lightweight title (up to 70,3 kg), the North American doesn't care about modesty when it comes to the duel against the Brazilian. In an interview with ‘TMZ Sports’, former Bellator champion stated that he foresees a knockout over his rival.
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“Charles Oliveira (From the Bronx) has a lot of traps on the ground, but I never came close to being submitted. I have a sixth sense when it comes to this. The best way I see to end the fight is to get in there and hit him as hard as I can, standing up. Keep the fight going, put him in panic and knock him out in the first round,” said the athlete.
Bellator legend, Chandler showed that he knows Charles' game well. The fighter stated that, if the outcome does not happen as expected, he can maintain the dominant pace for five rounds, if necessary.
“He starts slow, especially when you put pressure on him. I'm pretty good at maintaining my conditioning for 25 minutes. I did this many times. So, I’m going to go there, knock him out in the first or second round and have my hand raised in front of the Houston audience (USA)”, he concluded.
The clash between Chandler and Do Bronx was confirmed after Khabib Nurmagomedov officially retired. Without the Russian legend, the lightweight title was vacant and the fight between the Brazilian and the North American was promptly scheduled. This will be the first title fight for both men with Ultimate gloves.
While Do Bronx is enjoying a great moment in the company, with eight consecutive victories, Michael is trying to make the company's investment worth it. The fighter was hired in 2020, with the intention of moving one of the organization's most dangerous divisions.
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