Michael Chandler cites 'BMF belt' and surprises with choice of opponent for UFC fight

The North American, who is coming off a defeat, suggests facing Jorge Masvidal in his next appearance in the organization

Michael chandler He is currently number five in the lightweight rankings. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

Michael chandler He already has a preferred opponent for his next fight in the UFC. The North American, who lost to Dustin poirier on November 12th, he projected a return to Jorge masvidal and declared interest in fighting for the symbolic belt 'BMF' (most tough fighter), conquered by 'gamebred' in 2019.

“But you tell me who the BMF is now in the UFC. If we did a poll right now, who is the worst son of a bitch in the UFC? Talk about whether that wouldn't get the mixed martial arts world flowing. Michael chandler x Jorge masvidal for the BMF belt. (the actor) The Rock walking in with him over his shoulder and handing it over to me after 15 minutes”, said Chandler in an interview with the North American 'ESPN'.

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C. McGregor (left) was defeated by K. Nurmagomedov (right) at UFC 229. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

The 'BMF' belt was created in 2019 by Ultimate, to honor the winner of the long-awaited duel between Jorge masvidal e Nate diaz. The 'Gamebred' emerged victorious after the 'Bad Boy' suffered a deep cut on his eyebrow between the third and fourth rounds and was unable to return to the Octagon.

Big name in the lightweight division (up to 70,3kg.), Michael chandler has been leading 'wars' in the octagon, but has not been able to transform them into positive results. This is because, in Ultimate, 'Iron' has only two victories in five fights.

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