Michael chandler promises renewed version in UFC 309. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram @mikechandlermma
If it depends on gogó, Michael chandler is not joking. The opponent of Charles of the Bronx No. UFC 309, in New York, promised to leave the Brazilian unconscious in the fight this Saturday (16). During the 'half day', held this Wednesday (13), the American maintained that he will present a different version of himself at the event.
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"Chandler 1.0 was out for blood. Chandler 2.0 is in search of the belt. That doesn't mean it will be less exciting, that I'm going to take my foot off the gas. That doesn't mean it will be less violent because I only know how to fight in one way. In an extremely fast and violent way. It will just be a little more calculated and I'm going to take Charles Oliveira out of my consciousness,” Chandler said into the microphone.
With a record of 22 wins and eight losses, Michael chandler has not fought since 2022. In his last appearance, he was submitted by Dustin poirier No. UFC 281. It looks like Madison Square Garden is the dream stage for the return of the so-called 'Iron'.
“Madison Square Garden does things to a man when he’s locked inside an octagon that few will ever experience. You can’t put it into words. That’s also why I took the fight. That’s another layer to the story. A guy who hasn’t won a fight in Madison Square Garden. I haven’t. It’s another mountain to climb. It’s another opportunity to prove to myself that I’ve continued to grow,” he said. Michael chandler.
The path of the belt
Charles of the Bronx represents Brazil in the octagon. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
Charles of the Bronx face Michael chandler No. UFC 309 in a 'title shot' atmosphere in the lightweight division (up to 70,3 kg). Second in the ranking, the record holder for submissions can't wait to face the belt holder, even if it is decided in a possible confrontation between Islam makhachev e Arman Tsarukyan. In exclusive interview ao SUPER FIGHTS, Charles said he was 'first in line' and would be available to reserve the duel.
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