Michael Chandler: It’s ‘Crazy’ Islam Makhachev Favored at UFC 281 - MMA Fighting

Michael Chandler discusses why it took so long to get the Dustin Poirier fight done at UFC 281, what happened with his incident with Poirier in July, facing Conor McGregor, Charles Oliveira vs. Islam Makhachev, Nate Diaz’s final fight, and more.
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[@michaelcard9382]

Idk but when Chandler retires he should be a commentator, He's a sharp well spoken guy, a family man and just knows the Sport of MMA and i think he carries himself very professionally

[@cellar4763]

Can you imagine Conor being a commentator.

[@yaakw]

All that. But his goodie 2 shoes draw ain’t winning any fights against top guys.

[@yaakw]

He’d talk over everyone, even “Mr. I know better than you” Rogan. I’d prefer an announcer who can talk about fights, not himself.

[@cellar4763]

@@yaakw he’d just try to promote his pooper number 12 Irish whiskey, fireball has better taste then that.

[@teleskopossomnium]

those aren’t his kids

[@ilovesam1705]

He's got it in for Islam hard. Eat your words Chandler. You ain't ever beating Islam. Just getting humbled or more bitter, you pick

[@-Ice_Cold-]

Chandler's wrestling is better

[@AMDesignAndDev]

Now we know why Islam was favoured. He's better at the standup than Charles, better on the ground than Charles (controlled him), better at takedowns than Charles, and better at submission than Charles. These guys are so delusional in their hate.

[@FuShengAlex]

11:45 starts talking about the Oliveira vs Makachaev fight.

[@keithromero7181]

Thanks bro but I gotta watch the full interview when chandler talks

[@Darky888]

tanks bra

[@izharulhaqtruthrevealed1185]

You're Legend

[@therealmsmma1759]

They are selling WOLF TICKETS. Charles made weight, hes the Champ, but hes GOING to lose.

[@moonvenerable7897]

Of course he would pick the one who beat him, the same goes to Gaethje.

[@OneCash]

And what now, Michael? Not even a tweet? You can't even congratulate the guy? eating your words in real time lmao. there's no ufc belt for you to get, buddy.

[@M4PAT]

Lol for real haha

[@syas13]

I think Michael has a chance to sleep Islam with his long ass boring explanations when you ask him a simple question, Islam would sleep out of boredom.

[@zoro8117]

@@syas13 LMFAO

[@brolythebrodie9469]

Questions time-lapse: - 1:58 Ariel asks Mike: " why did it take so long to officially announce the fight between him and dustin?". - 3:34 Ariel asks Mike :" How he feels about the fight being in New York instead of the las vegas event in december?". - 7:11 Ariel asks Mike: " Is the fight personal between you and dustin?". - 9:09 Ariel asks Mike: What went down in july at the ufc event that caused the altercation between him and dustin . - 10:15 Ariel asks Mike about his thoughts on a connor fight this year and why it might not happen. - 11:46 Ariel asks Mike: Who will win the "ISLAM vs OLIVERA" fight UFC 280. - 12:56 Ariel asks Mike : Which fight he will take after he wins against dustin, and Charles manages to win over islam , and which fight he will pick between "Charles Olivera" & "Connor Mcgregor"?. - 14:49 Ariel asks Mike about his thoughts on what went down in UFC279 this past weekend, and Khamzat's weight miss etc. - 18:52 Ariel asks Mike : If Nate Diaz made the right decision by leaving the ufc. - 20:10 Ariel asks Mike about his thoughts on Tony Ferguson and what should he do after his fifth consecutive loss. - 22:40 Ariel asks Mike: on how he thinks the ufc will showcase the story between him and dustin . - 23:43 Ariel asks Mike: if he thinks dustin is taking what happened between them personal. - 24:54 Ariel asks Mike: if him and Dustin Porier had any kind of relationship. - 25:57 ~ 31:44 Ariel and Mike go off topic. You're welcome.

[@samik3184]

You're a legend thank you!!

[@TiberiusHassius]

Ty dawg

[@marianniranjan4385]

🙏

[@netaneltesema]

Thanks!!!

[@abugaming7297]

🐐

[@theman00653]

Where are you Michael chandler now ? It's not crazy that a big numbers of Fans thinking Islam Makhachev will win against Charles olivera. You are lucky that Khabib take retirement too early other wise he will show your over rated wrestling to the whole world. The champion has a name!! It's Islam Makhachev.

[@annabravo4337]

"Chandler, let's fight. I wanna check your skills"

[@jkh5]

Mike Chandler is a hell of a salesman. I’m interested in anything he’s talking about.

[@ILOVEMMA_]

Hes just so well spoken, he would be a great commentator or analyst or just whatever that has to do with talking 🤣

[@oldironsides4107]

I bet you thought he was a bum a year ago

[@ChristIsKing772]

@@oldironsides4107 he’s still a bum, bro is obviously roided up

[@robertrodriguez9909]

😂 👍

[@robertrodriguez9909]

@@ILOVEMMA_ After UFC it’s WWE

[@fabihabusra9635]

Shorty Chandler’s daddy got beaten up badly 😂 I’m expecting Dustin will smoke him way better than Justin did😭

[@nawafXjohn]

How did so many professional fighters choose charles? I've never stepped in the octagon or the boxing ring, all I did was high school wrestling and it was as clear as day light to me that Islam dominates him

[@thatindiandude4602]

it was something like 80 fighters picked Oliveira to 15 Makachev. crazy.

[@OneCash]

@@thatindiandude4602 not because they believed it, they just hoped

[@yungwells6549]

@@OneCash Exactly not one of them would put money on Charles winning. They were just hoping Islam would lose.

[@JBCCT01]

Chandler is a solid dude. Great fighter, honest, humble and REAL man. Wish more dudes walked his path.

[@AHALKALAKETS]

Steroid cheat

[@danh4435]

Meh

[@brandonluther80]

I wish it was more about martial arts competition. One Championship does a better job at that.

[@yendevus1747]

@@brandonluther80 UFC fans are soft

[@negativegains4883]

For sure. But he'll never be a UFC champ with the husband/father over all mentality. But he will be a fantastic gate keeper as time goes by

[@moonvenerable7897]

Where you at boy😂😂

[@Raghuveer2798]

I always feel better after watching a Michael Chandler interview. Dude is just a great person.

[@8shkay]

genuinely nice and motivated guy its amazing tbh

[@MTBJJ2001]

Facts He’s just chillin man, workin hard, has a beautiful family and has fun

[@M4PAT]

LOL Chandler looking like a clown this aged so beautifully

[@alcottdevalte7440]

Chandler, Conor and Khamzat literally got the best first rounds; simply fireworks at such a high pace and chaos.

[@oddadder5530]

Chuck Olivera too

[@98leight]

valid statement. here’s a W

[@kennyyuen1600]

Conor??

[@ChronicTHCBlaze]

I disagree Conor has mid range 1st round explosion at best.

[@ChronicTHCBlaze]

Conor hasn't proven anything at 170, he needs to move up fight a true welterweight like Colby

[@reecemccullough4829]

What a beautiful man. Not only to adopt but to be an incredibly involved father. Very inspirational - I'll buy every card this man is on

[@richiesantiago6074]

Yea sure. His fetish for little black children is gross. Adopt ur own people what the hell. Nothing in common I don't care what u woke folks say

[@folksurvival]

Nothing "beautiful" about cuckholdry and he's not a father, he just pretends some African kid is his son.

[@sbarter]

this had 2 comments on it that have since been deleted. I'm sure they weren't making fun of you for calling a man beautiful. No. definitely not

[@reecemccullough4829]

@@sbarter hmm you seem to be correct. I hadn't noticed. Wouldn't of thought what I said was controversial lol

[@davefoley8261]

Chandler is the most well spoken UFC Fighter of all time. Dude seems like such a great guy. I will admit that I NEVER expected it.

[@everyoneisonsteroids2720]

He is one of the two best for sure Sonnen being the other. I think both hold a degree in communication.

[@TheJaJe.]

@@everyoneisonsteroids2720 communication degree is the easiest degree to get in college. It’s a relaxed program that athletes take to avoid tons of work. No disrespect

[@itsxavier6173]

@@TheJaJe. i dont think that takes away from how witty they are..

[@TheJaJe.]

@@itsxavier6173 wit isn’t really the result of a degree. It’s something you’re born with

[@proudindian9140]

Only after Luke Rockhold

[@nsalx4538]

I really hope Chandler can pull this off, he’s taken a ton of damage recently and been dropped in his last 3 fights at 36 years of age… I hope his chin holds up but he doesn’t do well against pressure fighters like Dustin who will keep coming at you and keep hitting you.

[@copyninjahh]

He doesn’t take hits very well

[@amzofficial8868]

The Wars with Eddie Alvarez destroyed his chin

[@OoLiiMiiT3D]

@@amzofficial8868 The guy had so many wars, its hard to tell. I wouldnt even say, his chin is bad. Its just sometimes he gets dropped by a soft punch and sometimes he eats bombs, like in the 3rd round against Gaethje, when he was already almost knocked out in round 2 by a brutal uppercut. And in the first round he was still able to eat some heavy shots. I think Gaethje ended his ability to take a punch for good though, after seeing him getting dropped by Ferguson.

[@fullmetall77]

Dustin also takes a lot of damage

[@patricksass6577]

@@fullmetall77 Dustin had definitely taken alot of damage, however (in my opinion) Poirer handles shots and damage far better then Michael. Will be an incredible fight for sure, but I say Dustin will win by KO/TKO in the 2nd. I think Dustin will catch Chandler with a ringer, back Chandler up against the cage, and will barrage Chandler with punches to finish him off. Can't wait to see it.

[@SandunLabs]

I’m the one who came after the fight. Champion has a name and he is…

[@bullymaguire8380]

Makhachev Islam

[@hotstuff697]

Respect for anyone who adopts a child, let alone two

[@yendevus1747]

Good luck raising someone else's trash

[@folksurvival]

If he wants to take a stray African kid into his home then that's his choice but he shouldn't pretend that the kid is his son and that he's a father. That's just super absurd and cringe.

[@Canxervero]

@@folksurvival I have never adopted anyone, but isn't that whole point of adoption?

[@folksurvival]

@@Gygsd "not every black adopted kid is from Africa lol" Yes they are. You think black people just magically spring up at random? They are indigenous African people.

[@folksurvival]

@@Gygsd "he didn’t adopt a African kid " Yes, he did. "he just adopted a black American lol" *African-American How do you think they got to America? Ever heard of the transatlantic slave trade from...Africa?

[@alexortiz5660]

Chandler is a beast. At first i thought he didnt dererve his spot but dude is truly one of the best most exciting fighters in the UFC.

[@GrowingDownUnder]

I knew he deserved his spot because he easily beat Benson twice and fought Alvarez twice in wars. Benson & Alvarez were both champs in ufc...so if you think about he he fought ufc champs 4 times...and he won 3 out of those 4 times against ufc champs. That's impressive and I thought he deserved the spot in the ranks. And now he has a win over tony ferguson a former interim champ and legend in the game

[@elusivejugmaster43]

He made Tony furg look great the first round, and we know he's washed after seeing him get cooked by diaz. Dustin by ko rd 3

[@GrowingDownUnder]

@@elusivejugmaster43 casual alert....tony losing to diaz doesn't make him washed. He took fight on 2 days notice, wasn't even fighting in his own weight class was fighting at 170, he cut his leg early, he was doing great in that fight actually until his coaches gave him bad advice telling him to go for the takedown so the loss wasn't even his own fault. That loss to diaz does not mean he's washed at all, with a full camp and at their own proper weight class 155 tony ferguson destroys nate dude

[@elusivejugmaster43]

You got to let go of the nostalgia. Tony and Nate had their runs, but UFC is a young man's game. Eventually time beats everyone. Tony's moving up to 170 BTW

[@herpesasstaweenie]

This dude is so full of s#*t. He sounds like a politician. Guy came in with one win on Dan Hooker and got a title shot, and then he turns around and tries to pretend Islam doesn't deserve a shot while refusing to fight him, and then saying he has to fight a top 5 guy to get a title shot. He should run for congress.

[@nickcarlson2708]

This aged well

[@user-gx4wq5zx9e]

I didn’t like how Tony looked and I would like him to retire but I have to say this, he moved up a weight class for the first time in years coming off a brutal knockout not long ago and was preparing for a different guy before switching to Nate who has a different stance and style also a fight which turned to a 5 rounder… with all this being said people should give him a break and stop disrespecting him

[@Meme-mw7nq]

I think Tony looked pretty good in the Nate fight with all that considered. Nate probably did a lot of wrestling / bjj in his camp so you can’t fault the submission loss but Tony was tryna pick up the pace in the later rounds

[@LastbutNotFirst]

tony beat nate in that fight.. but didnt go for the kill. twice.

[@pathtospiritualpeace6603]

Michael Chandler yet again predicts LW title match, He said Oliveira would win as he lost to him. ?????

[@mmkr0000]

Hey Chandler, what is your excuse now that Islam badly dominated Oliviera and submitted the best submission artist 🤣😂

[@peanutbar8882]

Islam would fight dariush after volk! I really want him to not give chances to guys that didnt give him the chances

[@sbarter]

Michael Chandler makes me feel like I own a golden retriever

[@brandonreynolds2719]

Lol. Also why people claim chandler on steroids is it because maybe he just looks like that

[@paperfoxradio]

Such a wholesome dog

[@kill.z0n3]

Except you don’t “own” Chandler lmao. Nice try, kid.

[@andrewgoldin6905]

Lol wtf

[@Niveksllew]

I do own a golden retriever, and he makes me forget that I do

[@justinlow7367]

LOL ...Where is Chandler now ??????

[@mizzarello]

Respect to Micheal Chandler. I love seeing hardened men speak so lovingly about family and his children. He has experience and perspective and that makes for a tough person to beat when paired with hard work and dedication. Good luck!

[@seth242]

Hey

[@robertconklin3850]

5 hours after the fight. I bet Chandler gets it now.

[@sincity757]

I’m just here because someone said Islam doesn’t have the skills and hasn’t fought any top 5 opponents. 😂 1st of all he’s been calling out the top 5 for a while and nobody wanted to give him a fight but these fighters wants to say he hasn’t fought any killers 😂 they should’ve said they haven’t fought him yet.

[@C.K_MMA]

Win or loss, I am a big fan of yours Michael. Looking forward to see you back in the octagon with a new highlight and most importantly a legendary post fight interview ✊. See you at the top!

[@abd-te4sp]

6:00 respect to every individual who holds family responsibilities. Strong families is the most important thing for humanity

[@gilabola4642]

this guy has a bright future after his fighting career is over. Remember when Islam directly asked him if he could fight him next? Chandler dodged that question like a seasoned politician. A future senator for sure 😂

[@aj1379]

It is crazy that Islam Makhachev is the favorite in UFC 281 since he's fighting in UFC 280 🤔

[@ajtoday28]

im glad somebody noticed

[@thatrandomproject6652]

Journeyman!! That’s all, no champion material

[@uradeekhead]

chandler is great on the mic but it’s annoying how any comment section concerning him is just full of people gushing over how he talks😂😂 like he’s the first fighter to have charisma

[@nurd2268]

WHERE ARE U HIDING NOW MR CHANDLER ALL I HEAR IS CRICKETS

[@BravoZ3R0]

Got my tickets ONLY because this fight is on the card. I cannot cannot cannot wait for this one. The bonus would be if Adesanya and Pereira actually fight the whole 5 rounds.

[@zaczav5290]

but he said islam wasnt gonna win hahaha

[@Modi2207]

Where are you hiding 😄

[@busymountain]

I think we see a Chandler/Porrier Family Christmas Special 🎄🎅

[@syas13]

Dont know why, I always thought Michael Chandler to be a hypocrite, speaks well, is articulate..but has that sly look on his face.

[@charlescharlemagne4907]

I see a Chandler interview, I click. Always in the mood for some positive reinforcement messages.

[@dadpuzzles]

Chandler well deserved for the business deals and great family man! It will be an honor to chat with you in my podcast Sir!

[@ilovesam1705]

And he won't beat Dustin either. Much much better striker. So if he does loose to Poirier. I think he will. He's done. He lost two gatchje, who also lost to Charles. And beat a declining Tony and then thought he should fight for the belt again. That didn't work so now he's facing Poirier, who best days may be ahead of him. But he doesn't have the striking to beat Poirier and certainly won't tap him or out point him. He's a flogg

[@wilnadoball12211]

Chandler at ufc only win against losing streak fighter... he suppose to be at rank 12 or lower

[@shanebigfella7884]

Dustin & Mike is going to be one helluva fight, could you imagine if this was on UFC 280, which that card is one of the most stacked cards with nothing but superstars. Me and Chandler share the same Birthday April 24 with him being a year old than me, I'm 35... and Dustin is from my area of Louisiana. I like Chandler and is great fighter and great guy overall, yet I'm still picking 💎

[@bentoa942]

Anyone know the background music to the DP and Chandler video at the beginning? 🤞🏾

[@simplelogic3178]

Quite impressed with Chandler. Well spoken, quick thinker, intelligent and a family man.....DOWN TO EARTH.....like him

[@droneggiando7764]

I absolutely love his persona and of course, his fighting style 🧨

[@JamesDeCastro]

MICHAEL CHANDLER is the BEST. And I'm gonna root for him every time. I'm excited to watch this, let's go!

[@technodromen]

Ariels bursting out laughing saying ”well done, well done” is just the best and why I love him to death. He KNOWS Chandler is the next DC, maybe even the new Dana. Chandler is a reeeeal slick fella and I love Ariel for sparring with him in a respectful manner

[@robertstuart4509]

Win Or Lose. Chandler is a Mans Man. Dustin vs Michael is Gonna Be Damn Good. Dustin is a Hell of a Guy Too

[@logician32gaming31]

i appreciate Dana for keeping whatever deal he does with the fighter private. Dana has always stated that if you want to know what the fighters actually make, go ask the fighter .

[@al5866]

Bootlicker 😂😂😂 “I appreciate Dana hand choosing who to give lump sums of cash to backstage” 😂😂

[@binglebop9390]

Can’t let there be proof that Dana white privilege exists

[@bingbong1767]

@@al5866 literally double fist ball washing dana and calling master while avoiding eye contact.

[@mistermxyzptlk7841]

Do you like your boot leather rare, medium, or well done?

[@al5866]

@@mistermxyzptlk7841 😂😂

[@MDZac2024]

If he loses, he should retire and become a commentator. He’s phenomenally well spoken and would represent the UFC so well.

[@jeffersonpineda2177]

He signed a multi fight deal 😬

[@SeanLives]

Lol he’s the most entertaining fighter in the division along with Charles and Gaethje , even if he loses he hurts his opponent

[@kaydiecooper4617]

@@SeanLives 😂😂😂

[@enlasrado1]

Chandler should be a big part of the UFC broadcasting team once hes done fighting. Sounds like a proper company man

[@technodromen]

Oh you KNOW he has a broadcasting deal written into his contract. He’s spoken about it here and there. I find him to be a little bit too much of a company man/perfect employee. But good for him. Get that money.

[@cristianjuarez4783]

I love this guy regardless. Super humble. Super transparent.

[@s.x4644]

Love the guy and his fights. Was skeptical when he came into the ufc but man I’m so glad he showed up

[@thesterlingone1072]

One of the classiest, most clear-headed, most humble dudes. Chandler’s interviews are always feel-good talks.

[@BirdsOfGlass]

I see it going along the lines of Poirier/Gaethje & Alvarez/Gaethje. Chandler is Gaethje in both scenarios unfortunately but it's going to be fun until it isn't.

[@MrCraigy2705]

Chandler's smart, but it doesn't go with his fighting style, dude swings for the fences and takes alot of damage.

[@rockababy]

if i were this good at talking, i'd never stop

[@amerikraine3401]

He has a law degree

[@rockababy]

@@amerikraine3401 where did you get that information from?

[@chrissotrill]

Please what is the beat called that is being played in the beginning of this video ??

[@seans7261]

Curious to see the odds on their fight. Probably lean towards DP to win but if Mike is a big underdog I’ll take em! Gonna be awesome 👊

[@jaseallenson316]

Its crazy how people still dont know how odds work. The objective of the oddsmakers is to make money for the sportsbooks. Its often to get even money on both sides so the house wins no matter the result, or at times they set the line to suck people in on one side knowing that is likely the wrong side.

[@busymountain]

Yeah Chandler reminds me alot of Dustin.... The show must go on!

[@MrSoundScan]

Damn Chandler is a real rolemodel. Just what he does for his kids and for his wife are really praiseworthy.

[@SoreEyeMusic]

4:54 his smile and the way he says it makes the line "UNDERNEATH the household" a little serial killer-ish.

[@PickemMMA]

Ariel man your killing it lately, best interviews and your giving the fans exactly what we want to see!

[@tyler-ve7cf]

Didn’t know Chandler was so well-spoken. Seems like a good dude

[@cptpepper7731]

Did you just tune into the UFC? :)

[@ravivarma5929]

@@cptpepper7731 yeah 😂

[@onthefence4035]

I’m going to watch candler and Dustin throw down live 😩😩😩 I’m more excited for this than the izzy fight ngl

[@technodromen]

I think if Dustin stops the td’s & evades the looping over hands in the first 3 min he should beat Chandler. I cannot see Chandler ever holding the title.

[@sjewitt22]

What situation they talking about at around 17:00 ?

[@that1guy899]

Damn I'm really looking forward to this one. I can't remember the lady time I was this hyped for a fight!

[@mouizali5526]

TOLD ALL YOU DOUBTERS WHAT NOW

[@love4steel]

Dustin vs Chandler is as good as it gets. That’s going to be a WAR. Take my money!

[@lloydtiwari8231]

I hope Michael Chandler can rack up some wins and become champion. He is a hell of a fighter and I enjoy watching his fights. He's also well spoken and I agree with someone on here that he would be a great commentator when he stop fighting.

[@StevenSmith-zw1pd]

Zero chance of that happening. Be honest with yourself about where his two most recent victories sit in terms of title picture relevance. Hooker and Ferguson are shot. Even if he was able to somehow upset Poirer, he will take a ton of damage-- and then possibly have to fight The Highlight AGAIN to get back to DA BRONX...there is no way in hell, especially with his shot chin that he could beat three high level opponents in a row.

[@joealkanovski513]

It's sad that it took until Chandler hit 35 to join UFC he's such an exciting fighter i can't get enough of him

[@aravindurstruly]

Man, this man speaks like a wordsmith. He sold me that pbj completely!

[@amerikraine3401]

Wait till you see the price... Ouch

[@kyliesmith7903]

Whenever Michael speaks you can just tell he's a good man. Some fighters will do the "nice" guy act and you can literally tell that's not his real personality . Michael is a real nice, down to earth type of person. Anyways I'm excited for this fight, it should be really good.

[@darthvader875]

I am watching Chandler since his run in the Bellator and was soo happy when he K.O'ed Dan in his UFC debut and till now he's just doing light works in his every fight.

[@halen7846]

Michael Chandler: *walks into his second home he paid for by punching people in the face* Also Michael Chandler: *this is the most somber moment of my life*

[@kgb9440]

😂

[@rushtygamboa]

Now what, Mike?

[@AcidGlow]

I recognized that song at the first 40 seconds. Clubbed to Death. Haven't head that sing the first Matrix movie. 😎

[@NesControl]

DP is going to get the W. Most likely it will go to UD because two high level fighters only getting 3 rounds but i cant wait to see it.

[@joshtaylor6267]

Is it crazy Chandler? History has favored wrestlers aye

[@flyfly7449]

Chandler has to believe in the guy that knocked him out lol, these guys will find out why Islam is the best in the division come Oct 22

[@allpraisewebb1142]

Islam hasn't wrestled somebody with the most submissions in UFC history either

[@neutralshadow5241]

Chandler Gaethje Poirier all too scared playin groun game with Oliviera but not Islam.. Oliviera first 14 fights are all cupcakes.. but lost to Holloway Pettis Felder Swanson Edgar.. easily wobbled & dropped by Tony & Kevin Lee.. my prediction.. Islam will eat this candy in 2nd roun submission..

[@iGreenShorts]

@@allpraisewebb1142 what will you say if Islam does beat him?

[@Ryan-dr5cr]

@@allpraisewebb1142 most. Not most impressive

[@pinkacademy5232]

Fam Chandlers answers are always perfect dude speaks like a dude running for Mayor, solid dude …. But unfortunately I’m rocking with 💎

[@StevenSmith-zw1pd]

Amen.

[@JOSETV1]

kram sounds like exactly what i need for work(deliveries) unfortunately, too expensive for me. Still wish mike success!

[@2stepsforward4stepsback]

Absolutely love the promo Ariel. You are a genius 👏 all chandler has to do to sell kram is walk into a supermarket show them the ko of Tony, tell them they wasn't 10,000 boxes then walk out hahah

[@jayme1776]

As much as we all joke a put chandler he's a savage dude who always wants the toughest fights, always puts on a show

[@noahahlers4740]

His first 5 fights in the UFC are against insanely tough competition. It's even crazier to think that he could have been the champion had there been a different referee at UFC 262.

[@sasukeone5795]

Islam will teach Chandler how to handle Charlie olives🤷‍♀️

[@Sok12111]

would love to see Nate compete in Jujitsu tournaments

[@izaiahrodriguez4481]

That promo got me fired up for this fight!

[@thefreshprinceofnohair9703]

Charles Olivera is a really elite fighter but he’s got no chance vs Islam ! Sorry to hurt peoples feelings but everything I know about MMA tells me Islam is gonna win.

[@pratiksadamate4628]

Michael I really like you as a human being,,, please retire,,, your not gonna win anything from now.

[@lazaruscomplexofficial]

Even in his losses I'm a Chandler fan. He is always throwing down and has exciting fights

[@amerikraine3401]

How can you not like Chandler, I'm a huge Pourier fan , we're both from the same city but I cannot dislike Chandler. Very smart well spoken guy

[@allpraisewebb1142]

I've learned my lesson at this point..I'm never betting against Olivera again after seeing the way he came back his last 3 fights after being hurt badly especially against Justin nope..All in on Charles!!!

[@GapModel1]

Don't forget to buy a tent and a sleeping bag because you gonna need it if you going all in on Charles.

[@izharulhaqtruthrevealed1185]

Jinx😂now we'll go different way as you

[@polarbear2469]

Cant wait for Dustin to drop this dude! Who has he beat? Hooker, Tony? Lol. Hooker is done, Tony is way done! Who saw the Diaz fight?!!? I can’t figure out why everyone thinks Oliveira is better than Islam. The only reason Islam isn’t the champ already is because of time and getting the fights. I think it crushes the ego of Gaethje and Chandler to think Islam is better than Oliveira. I guess their fragile egos will have to deal with it.

[@tonyharris4389]

Little 🐓Islam has no shot against Charles is better in every aspect of mma how does he get a victory against him plz explain you casual fanboy

[@ibrahimabdusalam2400]

Well, that is the most used trope, fighters always speak highly of the fighter that beat them, and every single time the dumb fans mistake it for humility, "Oh Look how humble he is, he put his ego aside and looked at it objectively, he was able to ignore his hate for the guy that K.O.ed him, wow" when it is the complete opposite, putting ego aside would be by saying that a fighter who beat you would lose to someone else. and there is no actual problem with saying that because EVERYONE claims that MMA math doesn't work, so just because Islam beats Charles doesn't mean that Islam beats Chandler (even though he does, easily), but fighters and MMA fans aren't the brightest anyway.

[@teeshark6584]

Man I hated this dude when he first came over... sadly I had not seen any of his work at Bellator but man, he's a super badass fighter and every time I watch an interview with him, I love him more and more... he's become 1 of my favorite fighters so much so, I wont be able to pick who I want to win this fight. I like both of these guys so much the ending will be bitter sweet. It sucks 1 of them has to lose but I have been a fan of this sport since the beginning, I too competed in wrestling, my 5 yr career ended after HS where I wrestled varsity my final 3 seasons so I know this sport very well and my instincts are telling me Chandler will get his hand raised but just like Dustin said, somebody is getting sparked. We all know no matter how good you are, anyone can get touched up and kiss the canvas but I think Chandler is just going to be too much for Dustin though its going to be great fight. Chandler late in rd. 3. Thats my prediction, lets see how it turns out either way Im gonna be happy for whoever wins the fight and hate to see 1 of them lose cause I know how much these guya have put into their careers and no matter what, as fans we hate to see the good guys fall. Thats exactly why no one wanted to see the Nate vs Khamzat fight. I already hate Dana White with a passion, Chandler can say what he wants... that dude is a f***ing douche bag! X a million.

[@shroomgrizzley464]

Not seeing Alvarez vs chandler before him entering ufc is a travesty in itself.