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After delivering one of the most memorable knockouts in recent history, Michael Chandler is back in action.
It was in May 2022 when Chandler faced off against former UFC interim lightweight champion Tony Ferguson at UFC 274. Despite a rocky start where he was rocked by Ferguson, Chandler rallied back and secured a spectacular victory with a devastating front kick to Ferguson’s chin early in the second round. The knockout not only earned Chandler a win but also a $50,000 Performance of the Night bonus.
You can relive Chandler’s incredible finish by watching the video above.
Chandler (23-9 MMA, 2-4 UFC) is set to return to the octagon this weekend in the co-main event of UFC 314 (available on pay-per-view, ESPN, ESPN+) at Kaseya Center in Miami. He will be facing former Cage Warriors champion Paddy Pimblett (22-3 MMA, 6-0 UFC) in a highly anticipated lightweight bout.
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