UFC veteran Michael Chandler suffered his toughest loss in recent memory against Paddy Pimblett at UFC 314, with the Irish superstar stopping him inside three rounds. The loss dropped Chandler to 2-5 in the UFC and has raised questions about his future in the organization.
Former UFC champion Matt Brown expressed concerns that Chandler’s best days may be behind him, but also praised Pimblett for a dominant performance. Brown believes that Chandler’s style, which he compared to Arturo Gatti, may not have suited the UFC environment, where competition is fiercer.
Chandler has struggled to find success in the UFC since joining the organization, and some argue that his best years were spent in Bellator. Brown questioned whether Chandler bought into the hype surrounding his arrival in the UFC and lost focus on his ultimate goal of becoming a champion.
With three losses in a row, Chandler’s path back to the top is uncertain. Some believe he should consider a career outside of fighting or take on lower-level opponents to revive his career. Others think he has a good problem – having a huge name with limited options for meaningful fights.
Chandler’s future in the UFC hangs in the balance, and it’s impossible not to wonder if we’ve already seen him fight for the final time.
Source: https://www.mmafighting.com/2025/4/15/24408729/matt-brown-questions-if-michael-chandler-either-past-his-prime-or-just-wasnt-ufc-material-begin-with