Midnight Mania! Chandler Hinting At Poirier Bout?

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Michael Chandler is perhaps the face of Bellator MMA. Without arguing that he’s the absolute best fighter on the roster — though he’s certainly one of them — Chandler has been with the promotion since his fourth professional fight! He’s fought 23 times under their banner, won a tournament, become champion, lost the belt and won it back.

However, that period of his career may be coming to an end.

Chandler is a free agent for the first time since signing with Bellator, and he ended his contract on a high note by plastering Benson Henderson in the first round. It was impressive work, and UFC President Dana White expressed interest in meeting with the former champion.

If he does cross over to UFC, Chandler wants to dive into the deep end of Lightweight competition. Appropriately, Chandler appears to be hinting at a match with former interim titleholder Dustin Poirier.

Earlier today, Poirier seemed to be hinting at a potential fight as well, though there are potential opponents beyond Chandler that are possible, such as Conor McGregor or Tony Ferguson.

Chandler has been one of the best Lightweights in the world for a long time, and this would be a tremendous match up. However, it’s important to remember that the most likely outcome sees Chandler remain in Bellator.

Still … it’s fun of thinking of what could be until something is confirmed.

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Sleep well Maniacs! More martial arts madness is always on the way.