Michael Chandler wants a fight with Paddy Pimblett

Michael Chandler wants to fight Paddy Pimblett, the American has hinted at a potential date for the clash, suggesting a duel at UFC 317.

Michael Chandler doesn’t have the best track record in the UFC. The former Bellator champion has lost four of his last five fights. However, it is worth noting that the American fought exclusively against opponents from the top of the up to 70 kilogram category.

Paddy Pimblett has long announced that he would fight a bout with a fighter from the top eight of the UFC lightweight division ranking. These requirements of the Englishman are perfectly met by Michael Chandler, who is ranked seventh.

Michael Chandler has apparently taken notice of Pimblett’s recent statement articles and has decided to challenge the Liverpool man to a duel. The less than 39-year-old fighter even suggested a suitable date for this clash.

Michael Chandler would like to fight Paddy Pimblett at UFC 317, which will take place on June 28 during International Fight Week. The question is whether the Englishman will be willing to wait that long for another appearance in the UFC octagon? Pimblett has previously announced that he would like to beat a top-8 opponent in the first half of the year, and then fight a top-five opponent in October or November.

Undoubtedly, the Chandler vs Pimblett fight would be an interesting bout that would be of considerable interest to MMA fans. It is worth noting that Chandler recently challenged Arman Tsarukyan to a skirmish, but the latter quickly extinguished the American’s enthusiasm by suggesting that he prefers to fight Charles Oliveira.