Finally ! Michael chandler will debut within the octagon of theUFC ! And it will likely be on the “Fight Island” on January 23 throughout theUFC 257: Poirier vs. Mcgregor 2 !
The legend of Bellator MMA, engaged with the UFC since last September, had been named in a number of potential clashes, with none settlement having the ability to be reached in time. It is now executed since a struggle in opposition to Dan Hooker has simply been signed, 20 days earlier than the occasion.
Official. Hooker (@danthehangma) vs. Chandler (@MikeChandlerMMA) is on for UFC 257 in Fight Island. Just a few final minute logistical hurdles wanted to be cleared, however it’s now all set. 20 days away. Who you bought? pic.twitter.com/y2WkXFcPHR
– Brett Okamoto (@bokamotoESPN) January 3, 2021
Currently ranked quantity 6 within the light-weight division, the New Zealand Dan Hooker will attempt by this chance to return to victory after a defeat by choice in opposition to Dustin Poirier final June, ending a sequence of three consecutive successes permitting him to succeed in the highest 10.
The winner of this opposition will rating many factors within the title race, though the division is without doubt one of the best within theUFC. With a number of credible candidates to thrill the belt nonetheless within the possession of the retiree Khabib Nurmagomedov, akin to Charles Oliveira, Justin gaethje or Pear tree and Mcgregor, it will likely be troublesome for Dana white to make the correct alternative relating to the subsequent championship struggle. And one of the best ways to place your self remains to be an excellent victory in opposition to a prime “Contender”.
Chandler and Hooker will subsequently have the chance at first of 2021.
