Aware of the possibilities, Dana White opens the door for a fight between Michael Chandler and Justin Gaethje

J. Gaethje (left) and M. Chandler (right) are in the top 5 in the lightweight division. Photo: Montage/SUPER FIGHTS

After losing to Charles of the Bronx in the fight for the lightweight belt (up to 70,3kg.), Michael chandler It shouldn't take long to get back into action in Ultimate. In an interview with 'TMZ Sports', Dana White stated that he is considering the possibility of a confrontation against the former interim champion, Justin gaethje.

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“There are some possibilities and he (Chandler) could face (Justin) Gaethje, we’ll see. We don't have anything set in stone yet, but it makes sense and would be a fun fight. Just imagine, a duel between Chandler and Gaethje”, declared Dana White.

Michael chandler He has one victory and one defeat in Ultimate. After debuting by knocking out Dan Hooker, he got the worst of it against Charles of the Bronx and lost the chance to win the title. Former Bellator champion, 'Iron', as he is known, has a record of 22 positive results and six negative results in his career.

Hired by UFC in 2017, Justin gaethje has a record of 22 wins and three losses. After four consecutive victories and winning the interim division title, the athlete won the right to face Khabib Nurmagomedov for title unification, in October 2020. However, the North American was submitted in the second round, in the fight in which the Russian announced his retirement from the sport.