Michael Chandler Analyzes Usman vs Covington II

#MichaelChandler #JustinGaethje #UFC265
The Schmo interviews #4 UFC Lightweight Michael Chandler on the eve of UFC 265 in Houston, TX. Topics include:
- Regular as a UFC Broadcaster?
- Justin Gaethje Matchup UFC 268 Madison Square Garden
- Dustin Poirier’s Prediction
- Islam Makhachev Continuing to Call Him Out
- Mentally Recovering from Title Loss to Charles Oliveira
- What makes sense for Gilbert Burns?
- Colby Covington vs Kamaru Usman II
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[@RealRyanSecord]

"I am not a failure. Failure is an event, it is not a person." -Michael Chandler

[@whythe1839]

Simple but great quote

[@49riffinator]

@Palacio LOL

[@terror-vk7jx]

he’s so solid bro

[@Allinone_MMA]

@Palacio I feel like he does that cause he wants to be a good role model. Well I guess it’s his personality, he always seems like he wants to be cool, friendly, just trying to be positive so he legit just has like those motivational quotes at every sentence. Like the best self help book ya ever heard...

[@wick_MMA]

Hope he doesnot fight on MSG he is 0-2 there

[@trinity3422]

Really gotta love how Chandler isn’t one of these delusional fighters that thinks he’s unbeatable and makes crazy excuses for his losses. It’s a rarity these days

[@strongmind3881]

?

[@clutch7548]

@@strongmind3881 strong mind maybe, smart mind? guess not

[@GodsInUs]

Makes the fight a little more entertaining when the fighters ACT unbeatable lol, but Chandler's cool

[@ChinoDBOmusic]

Yo

[@JoeyCentral]

@@clutch7548 Strong and smart is same thing dumby

[@robertschmidt3196]

It is really, really hard to not like this guy. Been following him for years, but now that he's getting the "shine" of fame, he's just like "yeah I'll do my best, and if I lose I'll do better next time and fuck it." Gotta respect that.

[@bigwigglystyleyadigg]

It is wild how fast michael chandler has evolved in the ufc. Not only in the fighting department but also now in commentary.

[@D5555546]

He's an amazing speaker. Loved how he handled the gaethje dialogue with absolute class.

[@technodromen]

YES! It’s ALMOST as if the ufc is like pushing him or something?!

[@kch7051]

I don't think so..the dude was a title holder for a long time outside the UFC..very known Fighter before he entered the UFC

[@mystikgaming2k]

Well he has Dana white privilege

[@bopug4291]

@@kch7051 cool everyone is established somewhat before they get in ufc tho? I know he was farther along in his career already been threw some wars, more then most but they pushed the fuck outta him, one fight and a title shot? Lol nah man that shits a joke

[@edwardallan5633]

Chandler is all class

[@jaliscogrill8519]

Hes not only one of the most exciting and game fighters, but hes a smart dude and great speaker

[@strongmind3881]

@west end pharm ?

[@ufcfan890]

and he's huge,the guy has a neck like a bull

[@db4552]

Totally. Couldn't like his energy more.

[@larrysunshine]

@west end pharm What are you even talking about here?

[@Airdog_]

Hard not to root for Chandler. Him and Gaethje is going to be an absolute war. Both are exciting fighters to watch.

[@DrJoonPark]

*are

[@leonardovitoralves6754]

He’s gonna get flatlined.

[@AcrylicGoblin]

If he doesn't kill the fight because he won't get the vaccine.

[@rapperogsmooth2783]

Gaethje will get the upper hand

[@prepperandson1399]

@@leonardovitoralves6754 yes he is

[@videomega396]

Chandler is such a great talker, i love this guy.

[@hungry6479]

he reminds me so much of dustin poirier

[@domalbanese9691]

Hes going to have a permanent gig with the UFC and ESPN far after his days of glory in the cage are over for sure. DC, Felder, Bisping, and Rashad Evans have been an absolute pleasure to have on the mic. I miss Brian Stann honestly the man has such a presence. Chandler will join the analytical/commentator Mt Rushmore after a few more broadcasts. I'd love to have Anik, Felder, and Chandler on the commentary booth for ESPN Cards. I want to see how Chandler does commentary chemistry with Rogan and DC. So far the p4p best commentary team is Rogan DC and Jon Anik.

[@videomega396]

@@hungry6479 no way... Dustins vocabulary is nowhere even remotely close to Chandlers.

[@fonz3961]

Nah he's cringe

[@strongxhands]

Seems like he hit the CBD a little too hard before this interview tho lol

[@jodypierson3137]

Hard to say who’s going to get the backflip.

[@17-084M]

I love these guys I hope it's a double knockout neither guy deserves to be a loser

[@castle7522]

@@17-084M Simultaneous backflips

[@yeyo6521]

@@castle7522 After they both simultaneously wake up

[@bach6600]

@@castle7522 that would be hilarious 😂

[@blindprophet182]

None they both break their leg from the first leg kick thrown. Imagine how much that would blow.

[@thedaveberns]

He is so freaking competent as a communicator. Really appreciate him in the mix at UFC. Great fighter.

[@streetheat3366]

Michael is trying to cement a media career. He’s at the pointy end of his career at the age of 35. Smart move using the UFC as a spring board to life after fighting.

[@johnpower65]

T

[@agigtt]

Yeah he's a genius.

[@tamie341]

He needs it cuz dat chin stay weak bruh

[@JoeyCentral]

@Aman I mean himand Gaethje are similarly skilled NGL.

[@jonbonesmahomes7472]

Of course

[@BosnianAdventurer]

This is one of those fights where I don't want either guy to lose.

[@heresthethingyouguys]

you rather want the fight to end in a draw

[@swashbuckler2319]

I look at it as being happy if either person wins

[@user-xe9ue2jr2w]

I hope Justin knocks him back to bellator where he belongs.

[@tobymattana5320]

Same. I fw Gaethje and Chandler but want Chandler to win even more so ppl don't say his debut was a fluke or some sh.

[@erikbritz8095]

Same as a person i like both guys

[@ConorMcRocketFuel]

Michael so casually took over that "schmoment."

[@gged664]

I didn't realise how genuine Chandler was. Best of luck to him

[@poopcrust3400]

Man chandler is so humble. It’s a breath of fresh air

[@sinenomine4540]

This is why Derrick Lewis made me disappointed lately....although it's always good to see arrogant pricks lose.

[@abesoto84]

This was the longest Schmo interview ever!

[@IFilmUfos]

Finally we will get to see Justin’s wrestling. Chandler “let’s wrestle let’s wrestle”

[@MTA98]

"Yeah ya hope mate"

[@destinkane797]

I think we had a good chance to see him wrestle khabib no?

[@seyfullah1907]

Chandler will outwrestle justin i think but i see a big problem with the leg kicks for chandler. Hope justin will win

[@ADMHipHop94]

@@destinkane797 khabib makes the best wrestlers look terrible so you cant really judge anyones wrestling based off of a fight with him lol.

[@StoicRoadz]

Justin been out for a year to wrestle lol yea

[@MrBrooxy]

Michael Chandler is a promoters dream and damn can he bang. This fight with Gaethje is gonna be fight of the year you watch. What an amazing human being in and out of the cage. If you read this Michael you're an inspiration to men worldwide

[@KarateChamploo]

This man is so much more intelligent than I first thought 😲

[@nickalexander4431]

Yep! And even more intelligent for refusing to take that experimental synthetic mRNA non-traditional vaccine. He's a true champion! God Bless him 🙏

[@samdixon3719]

He is, but a smartass, a smooth talker more than intellegent

[@anse1774]

casual

[@samdixon3719]

@Matthew Rendenm pretty sure no one mentioned khabib or mentioned that he didnt think mike was smart... But you dont sound smart enough for me not gonna blame you

[@thatindiandude4602]

@Matthew Rendenm stop letting dudes with amish beards live rent free in your head

[@mhxxd4]

I want Chandler, Rogan, and Anik on EVERY broadcast!

[@Cornkake]

I could NOT agree more. I've been saying this for so long, Chandler needs to be at the commentary booth next to them during and/or after his career.

[@mhxxd4]

@@Cornkake For real

[@Razorjaw86]

Chandler has gained a lot of fans after that loss, I feel like everyone hated on him beforehand just cuz of how privileged he was with the UFC but now that we’ve gotten a chance to see him build his way back up, we get to see who he actually is

[@melonstudio4021]

we still hatin him don't worry

[@komzitten9671]

@@melonstudio4021 why

[@user-xe9ue2jr2w]

@@komzitten9671 he's a tool. Shouldn't have been given a title shot. Doesn't deserve the fight with Justin. Shouldn't be ranked #4 ...

[@drumhead7.553]

Wow, this dude is a breath of fresh air!, opposite of Crazy Connor!! So happy he’s in the UFC! Although I’m pulling for Justin, I hope both fighters come out healthy, Next, Dustin becomes champ and Justin beats Iron Mike and us fans get to see Dustin and Justin 2 for the championship!!! UFC has my money, good luck to all fighters in Houston,, let’s geux Derrick Lewis, Beast!!!! Louisiana is pulling for ya!!!

[@pandapumper]

Mate I have a feeling that if Dustin becomes champ, he either retires or moves to 170 and fights one more time.

[@nickhousman6222]

Yeah me to win or lose he moves to 170 and fights Nate.

[@Ritalie]

Dustin wants to retire. The UFC should not put Dustin in a title fight, because it could potentially ruin the division if he wins the belt, then retires. Then all of the guys left have high profile losses. The best thing to do would have been to give Gaethje the title shot. I don't understand how the UFC messed this up?

[@bradystanley3694]

@@Ritalie because duatin literally beat everyone else of importance so at some point the hfc has to give it to him whether it benefits them or not

[@spacemankad2108]

@@pandapumper i think he'll win the title and retire..he's already hinted at it.

[@gabbb75]

Chandler’s so smart wtf

[@robbiehunt6294]

He's very real isn't he. "I might never win another fight". I love this approach. I'm still upset he beat The Hangman though! 😆

[@Mr-E.]

Chandler asking Gaethje for the gloves he never sent, then Gaethje offering gloves to DC... is like Dustin asking Conor for the donation, and Conor donating it to the Boys & Girls Club instead. *Eddie Murphy thinking .GIF*

[@deaglefly4338]

I like this guy. Very clear he is a good human

[@mls8668]

Gotta love Chandler man, he's just good for the sport.

[@XlxKris22xlX]

Hes going back to bellator lmao justin will murder him

[@user-xe9ue2jr2w]

@@XlxKris22xlX hence his name bellatorboi

[@weeeek1933]

@@XlxKris22xlX That would be sad, don't wanna see mike leave the ufc, he so classy and entertaining

[@XlxKris22xlX]

@@weeeek1933 don’t worry! He’ll be around in the commentator job 😂😂😂😂😂

[@dvsmeness]

Michael is a great dude, I know he’ll be UFC champ in 2022

[@user-xe9ue2jr2w]

Hell no,send bellator boi back to his namesake, bellator

[@theboogeyman9813]

The “We are out” part was gold! 🏆

[@martin9201431]

How someone can dislike this guy? That's just a mystery for me 😁

[@dombiondi27]

Mystery********

[@sonicryu2769]

Bcoz he has dana white privilege, everyone likes the story of the hard-working kid that makes it big against all odds. Nothing personal

[@martin9201431]

@@dombiondi27 Thanks :) I hope that now people will understand the whole context. of it.

[@mohammedsadeysalmi]

How can anyone hate this guy?

[@1incher...]

Hes confident and a good fighter. Sometimes casuals love to hate when someone loses.

[@user-xe9ue2jr2w]

Because he doesn't deserve the dana white privilege offered to him. He's a fkn tool. Justin's going to make short work of him.

[@deez3063]

@@user-xe9ue2jr2w hes not a tool, he's proven himself as a stand up human time and time again...you have nothing on him lmao. Shows how salty of a person you are. I wish nothing but the best for both Gaethje and Chandler. May the best man win. Keep punchin the air

[@CCS565]

I always assumed Chandler is arrogant (probably based on his look) but he seems quite intelligent, confident, and humble in this interview. I like this guy.

[@Razorjaw86]

5:04 Chandler is just an honest guy

[@mhxxd4]

Nah he being too humble, I know he thinking I'm gonna whoop this guy's ass for sure

[@wjbt3]

Dude has a warrior mindset 💪🏼 can't wait to see his story play out!

[@abcbcd1834]

This guy's mindset is incredible. Reminds me somewhat of GSP in that aspect

[@theoutlaw710]

Colby didn't get his jaw broken. People keep saying this because Colby thought his jaw was broken but turns out it wasn't.

[@robertbeaver3082]

Great freaking interview 👏😳🙌Love the Schmo, love Chandler...class acts 🎬

[@johnreagan7596]

This has me digging chandler so much more now that he has been in. It's nuts to see this story happening right here. I guess we are in a real life mortal kombat situation the mix right now. Sweet stuff

[@robertbeaver3082]

I absolutely love the Schmo,top-notch interview...alot of info// Trust and believe Michael & Justin is gonna be a banger!!

[@Atomic-hm8kd]

Chandler's educated af

[@obitriceforlife5771]

Lol simple English pal simple English

[@Leggoeljefeblu]

Kudos to Schmo doing his thing as well as Chandler been a fan of him for a very long time he works so hard

[@AK-xz2es]

Not your typical roidhead this Chandler Very articulate

[@thatindiandude4602]

The benefits of a crotch sniffer..they don't get their heads bashed in all the time.

[@user-xe9ue2jr2w]

But still a roidhead

[@aldriel8274]

Jones speaks very articulste too wtf you talking about bro?

[@halkiingg9500]

@@thatindiandude4602 dudes been in some scraps you’re crazy lol

[@thatindiandude4602]

@@halkiingg9500 you are right. And yes, I am crazy. You have to be to be a fan of this sport.

[@gururajms]

One of the classy MMA fighters ever. Fights well, speaks well and behaves well too. What a combo 🙏

[@VDR2612]

Gaethje is gonna chop those trees

[@twillymantheoneandonly5587]

It's gonna be a war for as long as it lasts. I predict chandler is going to hurt him in the first and get finished in the second.

[@thebeatingcow595]

🧢🧢🧢🧢🧢🧢🧢🧢🧢

[@erikbritz8095]

Gaethjes best weapons those kicks due to chandlers stance im very curious how he will combat gaethjes kicks or if he can even.

[@cole1541]

@@erikbritz8095 The only way I see Chandler winning is if he keeps the fight on the ground. Gaethje's leg kicks and counters are BRUTAL.

[@Sith-LordTobi]

😂😂😂

[@azoz_fh3623]

I love the schmo ❤️keep the good work

[@leeham6230]

Chandler's intelligence, clarity, and honesty are refreshing in this sport.

[@joelewertow7115]

My first introduction to the Schmo. What a character & so polished!

[@Xivinux]

The Schmo with the great questions!

[@thomasrippeto6424]

Yea I love Chandler's energy and his ora he seems like a helluva great dude and he truly has a gift for wrestling and he seems to have an awesome destination in the UFC

[@scottswift8153]

Michael chandler should be in the broadcast booth for sure. Speaks great, looks good, good guy. Makes a ton of sense. Him saying what he did about getting the vaccine made me like this guy alot.

[@calvinmiguel4405]

Great dude, but my favorite is still Soyrier.

[@Balaji-gv2ud]

This is gonna be a great fight! Can't wait 🔥

[@DoomsdayMayBeOkay]

Pretty good interview.

[@michaelBodhiBhakti]

I love being able to say i went to high school with Michael. He was one class behind my class of 03. I root for him to win no matter what. His parents live a few miles from my house currently. Lol

[@pandapumper]

What’s he like mate ? Did you get to speak with him and stuff. He seems a really decent person and so does his dad

[@Meltymorty]

we both did i live by him to i graduated in 09 from northwest

[@pandapumper]

@ Michael Myers you didn’t escape from an institution and murder his family did you ? Lol

[@Steven-rp8zo]

love Mike, great attitude!

[@thechozen1flores74]

The schmo asks the best questions man 🔥🔥

[@kylecoleman2881]

Great dude, ufc needs more champs like this.. hope he has tons of success

[@kristjanrom9429]

I love how honest Chandler is

[@KONAMAN100]

He's number one in the division for talking. What an orator. Schmo listens intently to every word. Two pros.

[@mrpostive9286]

i like how chandler handles him self like a champion

[@mpguitarra]

best intro yet mr. schmo

[@theboogeyman9813]

Great guy. Good interview.

[@unclewangg]

Appreciate how smooth of a talker this guy is pretty intelligent

[@griffinellison3409]

Always love how Chandler has a laugh at "we are.. out"😂

[@mrmagoo916]

Rockin the blue blockers

[@mohammedirshadsoomar1696]

Always a class man

[@calvinmiguel4405]

Great fighter, great commentator, great father, and great life coach…who would have thought!

[@K1ng0ftheFall]

"well in that schmoment, that particular schmoment" lmao i love Chandler

[@Andrian.Nilsen]

What a well-spoken lad! Cheering for Chandler!

[@davidpinchera387]

Great and entertaining interview.hope he becomes champion.just a nice guy.chandler and wonder boy for nicest m/f belt.

[@yolo1690UDA]

Chandler just happy to be in the ufc god love him

[@kristjanrom9429]

I love these UFC guys, most of them got their own unique character and are interasting guys unlike most other sportsmen

[@jeffufcfanaticrosenberg]

Met him and his wife at McCarran in VEGAS a few years ago. Sat there and talked for 20 minutes. Def one o the nicest people you will ever meet

[@PERKIODURKIO]

How do you meet so many fighters

[@jeffufcfanaticrosenberg]

@@PERKIODURKIO in Vegas alot ! i live there now 😊

[@jeffufcfanaticrosenberg]

@@PERKIODURKIO he was at the olympia and we were too

[@PERKIODURKIO]

@@jeffufcfanaticrosenberg ah cool man, stay safe & well

[@uncle_creepy2743]

now i respect you sir. fight on.

[@jasonodaniel3927]

Usman been ducking colby fighting lightweights and journeyman fighters.colby is going to whip his ass

[@Wolverinebj3]

Stfu.. Colby fought 1 time since Usman and the guy he fought isn’t even in the UFC anymore, if anything Colby is ducking the rest of the top 5

[@tylerrobbins8311]

@@Wolverinebj3 So why should Colby not fight Usman? Not only did Usman cheat but the ref he had helped him cheat. Colby not only earned it but deserves it. After Colby should be Burns or Edwards after thet fight. Colby was also in multiple fight camps for Masvidal Usman was the one who called Masvidal out off a win over him. That is pathetic of a champion.

[@tylerrobbins8311]

@@Wolverinebj3 Also here are some facts T-Wood hadn't been finished in 9 years since his fight with Marquardt. He was also a former Champion on a 1 fight losing streak after losing the title. Your acting like Woodely doesn't have a far better career or championship reign compared to Usman.

[@Wolverinebj3]

@@tylerrobbins8311 bruh how does Colby deserve it when he got finished in that fight.. stop making excuses about cheating he lost fair and square and left a bloody mess. Also woodleys reign is not better than usmans, usman literally has the longest win streak in UFC welterweight history. Usman has literally defended his belt 3 more times since defending it against Colby and Colby has only fought once. And hasn’t beaten anybody in the current top 5 lol

[@tylerrobbins8311]

@@Wolverinebj3 The simple fact you don't have an issue with Usman cheating tells me your both to ignorant an biased to reason with. You simply don't like Colby and it shows.

[@michaelorsini9695]

Michael Chandler has a great attitude...very knowledgeable about MMA and very well spoken as well!!! He definitely has a career in broadcating for the UFC. But before that happens, I expect him to become a champion in the octagon...he has all the skills and a great mindset.

[@mr.w1129]

Love Chandler. Rooting for him. The Jessie On Fire shoutout is awesome

[@manonamissionpart2]

Schmo is the greatest in the game!! Best info and best guests!!

[@joelewertow7115]

Helluva talent

[@duck8997]

Naa that's gotta be Ariel "The Nose 👃" Helwani

[@rajeev203]

Him and gaethje is more entertaining than usman Covington lol it’s like having dessert before dinner lol

[@pixelpat5276]

i get you but naa they both gonna be bangers!

[@energygod2410]

No it's not. Usman vs convington is a banger both have chin. Chandler vs Gaethje could possibly end in round 1 whereas Usman vs convington should at least reach round 3 and they have better skill set

[@tvhead7074]

5:09 love that response

[@commandercody8511]

Can’t help but love this guy

[@bobby_6455]

Whatever he does, I wanna see guys like this succeed

[@dw657]

Chandler is a breath of fresh air for the ufc, what a guy.

[@nomprenom9337]

I love this guy

[@handsomecriminal6942]

Justin hits hard, Charles isn’t the greatest/powerful striker, but still managed to TKO him. Hope he manages to pull out a surprising performance and the weight cut goes well otherwise he’s going to get finished again.

[@Khaja94]

And his former teammate kamaru trains with gaethje now

[@johngotti527]

Gaethje absorbs the most strikes in ufc history and has been rocked, wobbled, or dropped in every one of his fights. He’s taken an ungodly amount of brain damage

[@Khaja94]

@Bag Stallion with a sus chin.

[@user-xe9ue2jr2w]

@@Khaja94 exactly 💯

[@christopherdiamond495]

Huge fan of Chandler for years and glad to see him in the UFC. This fight with Gaethje should be a barn burner.

[@darrinhamilton6354]

Nice work Schmo......your always killing it. Hey......go talk to "The Clitorious" for me, i need a good laugh. DOH !!!!!

[@_GMT_]

This guy is awesome

[@Kikibrat2]

🥰 Sooo handsome. Great on the desk too.

[@lmclaughlin19]

The Schmo is litty

[@sosome1]

seeing schmo wearing that turtleneck sweater always makes me sweat.

[@kpath74]

The Coach Greg of mma interviewers!

[@danielmyers1255]

I love the way Michael Chandler speaks so much truth in what he's say and he is very realistic 👌

[@closinginonclosure]

10:08 I'm enlightened. I'm going to go out and rob a bank for a ton of cash. When they try to prosecute me and label me a criminal and imprison me. I'm going to simply explain that the robbery was just an event. You can't let that define me and you aren't putting me in jail because of a single event.

[@CarlosSalazar-kr4dv]

It’s funny how he laughs & shamo just stares

[@davemieze9021]

Chandler is a realist. It’s refreshing

[@lux_satani]

Chandler is such an awesome person based on what he says. Straight up and very honest.

[@Y8ko53Offical]

Michael you are not a failure. Winning and losing is part of life. There is no such world where everyone one is a winner.

[@jeremymurdochbailey]

Very rare to have such an intelligent person decide to make a career in fighting lol

[@kadeemprescott9117]

Every time I watch Chandler he makes me more n more a fan of him as a human being I love this fuckin guy…with that said Gaethje by 1st rd KO

[@darmalll]

12:51 if you want to listen to what you clicked on the title for.

[@aidanshearer691]

god damn i love this guy