Dana White provides reassuring update on Michael Chandler’s UFC future

UFC president Dana White has provided an update on the future of Michael Chandler after his loss at UFC 309.

At the weekend, Michael Chandler went head to head with Charles Oliveira in their highly anticipated rematch. While Chandler had an incredible fifth round and seemed to be turning things around, the previous four rounds all belonged to the man known as ‘Do Bronx’.

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Oliveira overcame adversity in the form of Mike’s heart and his fouls to secure the win. Now, as the Brazilian prepares what could be another title opportunity, Chandler is left to sit and reflect on where he’s at in his career.

Some have suggested that he could be on the verge of retirement, or alternatively, leaving the UFC. For Dana White, though, Chandler is right where he needs to be.

White praises Chandler

“He’s like an Arturo Gatti,” White told MMA Junkie and other reporters post-fight at UFC 309. “He’s one of those – win, lose or draw, you’re never bummed out at the end of a Michael Chandler fight. … He’s always exciting, he’s always fun. The last round of that fight, he kept getting taken down. He got on his back. So when he got on his back at the end, he just stood up and started slamming him.

“The kid always tries to win. He always comes to fight and Michael Chandler’s always going to have a home here. Until he decides to retire, Michael Chandler isn’t going anywhere.”

Quotes via MMA Junkie

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