M.Chandler D. Poirier (Photo: Montage/SUPER FIGHTS)
After a dunderstanding behind the scenes e several provocative exchanges on social media, finally Michael chandler e Dustin poirier will have the chance to resolve themselves inside the octagon. The two lightweight athletes (up to 70,3kg) will face each other in the UFC 281, scheduled for November 12th. The show will be held at Madison Square Garden, in New York (USA). The information was confirmed by Executive Vice President, Hunter Campbell.
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Former Bellator lightweight champion and former UFC belt challenger, Chandler arrived in Ultimate in January 2021 and managed to challenge for the straight title with just one knockout over Dan Hooker, in the first round. Knocked out by Do Bronx in May of the same year, 'Iron' was also defeated by Justin gaethje in his next duel. The recovery came with the brutal knockout over Tony Ferguson No. UFC 274. The veteran has a record of 23 triumphs and seven setbacks in the sport. Additionally, he also signed a new multi-fight contract with the organization.
Poirier saw his streak of three consecutive victories broken in the title fight against Do Bronx, in December 2021. The 'Diamante' was submitted by the Brazilian in the third round and failed in his second attempt to become a UFC champion. In his career, Dustin has a record of 28 triumphs and seven setbacks.
In addition to 'Chandler x Poirier', the UFC 281 There are two title fights. In the main fight of the night, there will be a reunion between Israel adesanya e Alex Poatán for the middleweight title (up to 83,9kg.), while Carla esparza e Weili Zhang they duel for the 'gold' of the straws (up to 52,1kg.).
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