We were wrong about Michael Chandler...

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  • čas přidán 10. 05. 2022
  • We originally thought Chandler would not have been so successful in the UFC, but he turned out to be the most exciting while also being competitive with everyone he's fought.
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  • @TheWeasleMMA
    @TheWeasleMMA  Před 2 lety +568

    If you would have told me 3 years ago that Chandler would be doing this well in the UFC with guys like Nate and Conor wanting to fight him, I wouldn't believe you

    • @blazingkiller9762
      @blazingkiller9762 Před 2 lety +7

      You right

    • @meatfractals3380
      @meatfractals3380 Před 2 lety +4

      Agreed

    • @woahblackbetty7691
      @woahblackbetty7691 Před 2 lety +30

      He is 2-2 with both wins being against shot fighters. Lets calm down a bit

    • @Izzy-zh8ck
      @Izzy-zh8ck Před 2 lety +21

      dude relax he beat a 40 year old tony on a losing streak. And had a bad first round with tony as well.

    • @ThatFreeWilliam
      @ThatFreeWilliam Před 2 lety +15

      The UFC isn't as far ahead as the marketing teams want us to believe. There's plenty of guys in ONE and Bellator who can hold their own, and if you've got other options it's hard to look at what Dana offers and say "yes"...he's kind of a garbage boss.

  • @scottc2076
    @scottc2076 Před 2 lety +922

    Chandler got out of a body lock from Charles Oliveria when nobody has before. That in alone is an insane accomplishment

    • @innocentomondi8956
      @innocentomondi8956 Před 2 lety +5

      What does that say about Oliveria

    • @KeefeL
      @KeefeL Před 2 lety +143

      @@innocentomondi8956 that he's an MMA fighter that has the most submissions in the premium organization? 🤤
      That his BJJ skills are superior such that people do not escape after a body triangle is locked up? 🥴

    • @RealSatanHere
      @RealSatanHere Před 2 lety +63

      @@innocentomondi8956 chandler has never been submitted in his career 🤡

    • @peepoboi7869
      @peepoboi7869 Před 2 lety +53

      @@innocentomondi8956 what does that say about Michael is the right question to ask.

    • @dandyrandy2384
      @dandyrandy2384 Před 2 lety +14

      @@innocentomondi8956 he has the most technical jiu jitsu in the game. Not sure if you are trying to imply otherwise but you would be flat out incorrect if you were 😂

  • @bobs437
    @bobs437 Před 2 lety +1097

    Michael Chandler is really a fighter’s fighter. Well spoken, entertaining, appreciative, risk taking, and amazing heart.
    All the love for Chandler.

    • @TheWeasleMMA
      @TheWeasleMMA  Před 2 lety +141

      Not too long ago, many people didn't like him for the opportunities given to him. Those opportunities created all this.

    • @bobs437
      @bobs437 Před 2 lety +31

      @@TheWeasleMMA truth. UFC brass saw in him what took us multiple fights to see, thus granted him those early opportunities.

    • @markzuckergecko621
      @markzuckergecko621 Před 2 lety +7

      He's kinda like the new Robbie Lawler. Have a discussion with pretty much any MMA fan and throw some fighters out there, they may say yea I liked that guy, or nah, I was never a fan, throw Robbie's name out there and 100% of people will say oh hell yea I love Robbie Lawler.

    • @WhitePeopleAreAnnoying
      @WhitePeopleAreAnnoying Před 2 lety

      His heart ain’t all that. He quit against Justin lmao

    • @salo5573
      @salo5573 Před 2 lety

      @@WhitePeopleAreAnnoying wonder what you've done in your life to be able to say Michael Chandler has no heart

  • @clearlyalunhead1109
    @clearlyalunhead1109 Před 2 lety +531

    That fact he's still this explosive at 36 is crazy. He wont be in the ufc much longer so we gotta appreciate him while he's still here

    • @Spectonimous
      @Spectonimous Před 2 lety +67

      He's almost as athletic as Yoel Romero.

    • @andrewkim9057
      @andrewkim9057 Před 2 lety +51

      @@Spectonimous sipping that sugar water...

    • @JJ-fb1bi
      @JJ-fb1bi Před 2 lety +1

      Does this mean bellator has better fighters then ufc

    • @Dawnyy
      @Dawnyy Před 2 lety +12

      @@Spectonimous Romero ain’t athletic 😅 dude gasses after shooting for one takedown

    • @Rb-yu8ob
      @Rb-yu8ob Před 2 lety +4

      @@Spectonimous he def has crazy genetics.

  • @TerranceGeorge222
    @TerranceGeorge222 Před 2 lety +94

    Michael Chandler fights like you have his family held hostage

    • @Dr3EIB
      @Dr3EIB Před 2 lety +6

      Good one

    • @TerranceGeorge222
      @TerranceGeorge222 Před 2 lety +1

      @@Dr3EIB Never seen someone throw everything like that before.

    • @Dr3EIB
      @Dr3EIB Před 2 lety +4

      @@TerranceGeorge222
      Reason why he does get tired pretty quickly if you can weather the storm.
      Got survive the storm though.

    • @Mrfister457
      @Mrfister457 Před 2 lety +5

      But when I saw his kids I realised he had somebody else's family hostage 😅

    • @PauIdenino
      @PauIdenino Před 2 lety

      @@Mrfister457
      Lame

  • @ELIADAMKA
    @ELIADAMKA Před 2 lety +172

    The moment Chandler climbed the fence with tears in his eyes and picked up his adopted son was a tremendous moment

  • @rachelmarie7473
    @rachelmarie7473 Před 2 lety +302

    That KO was both impressive and horrifying

    • @ngould2420
      @ngould2420 Před 2 lety +21

      I was legit scared that Tony wouldn't wake up. He looked lifeless and was out for at least 2 minutes

    • @pavasite4278
      @pavasite4278 Před 2 lety +8

      @@ngould2420 same. But thank god hes ok

    • @CanadianBoardCrew
      @CanadianBoardCrew Před 2 lety +11

      For a minute there i thought we’d see the first mma death

    • @PabzRoz
      @PabzRoz Před 2 lety +3

      @@ngould2420 same I really thought somethin serious happened. I'm pretty sure we all were thinking the worst but hoping for the best when the camera zoomed in on the officials rolling his lifeless corpse over lol.

    • @noblemrbutt8349
      @noblemrbutt8349 Před 2 lety +2

      @@PabzRoz your profile pic...

  • @danielpenn5265
    @danielpenn5265 Před 2 lety +141

    Chandler's biggest strength is that he tries so hard in every aspect of his career. From being the backup fighter for Khabib/Gaethje, taking on all the top competition he's offered, the promos on the mic after the fights, the crazy amount of interviews he does, to the insane performances every time win or lose. Dude deserves to be a star hands down

    • @Ritalie
      @Ritalie Před 2 lety +10

      Very well said. I actually think that when you rank a fighter's success level, that ranking has to encapsulate all of their media preformances, and PPV sales, and overall fan base. Chandler's microphone skills might be on par with Conor McGregor in some ways. Chandler has to be considered as one of the greatest UFC fighters, when you consider his exceptionally good mic skills and the level of entertainment he brings.

    • @youknow2849
      @youknow2849 Před 2 lety +1

      All those obligations all with a positive attitude to. Chandler is a great role model for anyone

    • @donatellopetrini1081
      @donatellopetrini1081 Před 2 lety +2

      His work ethic and discipline seems extremely high, crazy workouts posted over the yrs and always been accused of roids. Never been dirty, they to some tests in Bellator and he was clean then to. Freak athlete

    • @ShredCo
      @ShredCo Před 2 lety

      You are so on Chandler's hog. He has two wins against two over-the-hill fighters and two loses to competitive opponents in the UFC. He has two losses to Will Brooks, who couldn't even make it in the UFC. Let's see him fight Makhachev.

    • @danielpenn5265
      @danielpenn5265 Před 2 lety

      @@ShredCo A lot of great fighters have lost to lesser competition earlier in their careers... also that was 8 years ago lol. And no, i just appreciate what he's done since he's been in the UFC, which basically every fan should. His 2 losses are against excellent fighters, both who've fought in multiple championship fights. You don't have to think he's a world beater in order to acknowledge the very positive impact he's had in the UFC. He's not my favorite fighter, he's not the best in the division, Makhachev would likely destroy him, but that doesn't affect my respect and appreciation for what he's done in the UFC because it shouldn't.

  • @FutureOfBoxing0
    @FutureOfBoxing0 Před 2 lety +341

    This guy is truly legendary. Gets so much criticism even from me but always entertaining us. Loses the first against Tony gets hurt and dropped. Comes back and Send him into the shadow realms

    • @joshuabranson74
      @joshuabranson74 Před 2 lety +10

      Dude you act like tony rocked him 🤣😂🤣 it was a quick stun that didn't even last a second his legs were immediately underneath him and then went on to take him to the ground and control him there for 3 mins just like the last 3 years Tony gets taken down and can no longer get back up. Thank God Chandler finished Tony's career he will never ever be the same after this. once your lights are turned off at that age in that way it becomes way easier to get KOed again Tony will be the new Luke rockhold hopefully he gets the hint and retires dude is washed

    • @clearlyalunhead1109
      @clearlyalunhead1109 Před 2 lety +13

      @@joshuabranson74 Tony should fight Hooker in a loser retires fight

    • @Peace_Vibrations
      @Peace_Vibrations Před 2 lety +4

      @@joshuabranson74 okay casual it was a takedown with about 1 minute lol

    • @lekdennamgyal1485
      @lekdennamgyal1485 Před 2 lety +1

      @@joshuabranson74 agreed

    • @owenmccord5078
      @owenmccord5078 Před 2 lety +1

      @@joshuabranson74
      Nah, Tony won the first round for sure.
      That said Chandler definitely changed the momentum in the last (don’t quote me on time) minute or so.
      While we don’t know due to the quick KO in the 2nd, it looked like he was about to take over.

  • @dano1307
    @dano1307 Před 2 lety +57

    Yeah its amazing how fresh he still seems after all these years

  • @Eh-zh4ly
    @Eh-zh4ly Před 2 lety +196

    He’s had his moments in all of the fights, almost KOed Charlie Olives and was the closest to beating him, and I think he could beat Gaethje if he doesn’t try to be a crowd pleaser

    • @razzprince2877
      @razzprince2877 Před 2 lety +5

      People say he tried too hard to please the crowd against Gaethje but the truth is, his leg was so done in and he was rocked many times, the only way he could've won is a brawl and that's what he tried to bait Gaethje into doing in the third, it just didn't work but make no mistake. Playing it smart would've of worked either

    • @imma5761
      @imma5761 Před 2 lety +37

      @@razzprince2877 in first round if he picked his shots when he rocked Justin, instead of just swinging wild, he could have won

    • @appledough3843
      @appledough3843 Před 2 lety +10

      That Gaethje fight was so winnable for Chandler

    • @razzprince2877
      @razzprince2877 Před 2 lety +3

      @@imma5761 But by the second and third. He didn't have the footwork, cardio or brain functionality to explode and land on Gaethje whereas Gaethje looked fresher. Once Gaethje landed that uppercut that knocked him down, it was a different fight from a different fighter.

    • @joystickjourneyman
      @joystickjourneyman Před 2 lety

      Poirerer and Justin dropped Charly too lol

  • @ghostmourn
    @ghostmourn Před 2 lety +14

    One thing really stands out about Chandler to me: He was the only guy I have seen who was not afraid to hang with Oliveira on the ground. When both Dustin and Justin dropped Oliveira they stopped and waited patiently for Oliveira to get back up and gave him time to recover---- not Chandler! He jumped right into the fire and brought the ground and pound! He is the only guy who is truly not afraid of Oliveira's submissions game. No hesitation whatsoever.

  • @blazingkiller9762
    @blazingkiller9762 Před 2 lety +54

    May be one of the most exciting additions

    • @TheWeasleMMA
      @TheWeasleMMA  Před 2 lety +16

      He might be the most exciting fighter on the roster

    • @CharminIsBallin
      @CharminIsBallin Před 2 lety +3

      @@TheWeasleMMA id say he is the most exciting fighter right now. His mindset is to entertain us not just to win and thats why

    • @TheWeasleMMA
      @TheWeasleMMA  Před 2 lety +2

      @@CharminIsBallin Gives the fans what they want to see

    • @CharminIsBallin
      @CharminIsBallin Před 2 lety

      @@TheWeasleMMA exactly

  • @anhangamoncada2298
    @anhangamoncada2298 Před 2 lety +39

    Truly did he see us at the top.

  • @normanguzman417
    @normanguzman417 Před 2 lety +80

    I saw his potential even on his loses. I feel like some of the fights he lost was for not controlling his aggression. Some fighters will use that against him to set him up for counters. Then again that is his style. But for what i seen on his last fight, he is evolving.

    • @Jimboi87
      @Jimboi87 Před 2 lety +5

      I thought the same, could be champion with a measured approach

    • @BruceWayne-fj9bm
      @BruceWayne-fj9bm Před 2 lety +1

      I think he lost against Charles and Justin because he wanted to entertain fans more than anything. With a smart gameplan I think he could win. All 155 top contenders are neck and neck, as evidence by all of them rocking each other in their fights. Even the recent Justin vs Charles fight, for as short as it was, was close as Justin dropped him twice.

  • @champ1159
    @champ1159 Před 2 lety +74

    I was always pretty hyped about him but he's certainly exceeded my expectations

    • @brazenlilhussy5975
      @brazenlilhussy5975 Před 2 lety +2

      Well that's good champ, I know he was worried about your expectations 😉😂 jk man, completely agree. He knows he's not here for the long haul so he's well up for a scrap. I know Justin beat him but Justin was so glad when that fight ended, he couldn't help but respect him. Timing is everything and he's now given himself great options. 👍

    • @shane7051
      @shane7051 Před 2 lety

      Hyped, you mean?

    • @champ1159
      @champ1159 Před 2 lety

      @@shane7051 yes

  • @TaylorDanley
    @TaylorDanley Před 2 lety +48

    I don’t know how anyone dislikes the guy. Great fighter, great showmanship, and great role model for others. 💪💪

    • @Rocko1990
      @Rocko1990 Před 2 lety

      He just used to be a little bit douchey

    • @Xul
      @Xul Před 2 lety +7

      You are certainly right, that he is a fighter that brings some action and entertainment but still ... it's not hard to think of some some reasons why not everyone likes him:
      - suspected juicing
      - wild brawling style, instead of well-rounded skill - literally a "hit or miss" fighter
      - kind of a meat-head type - loud, simple-minded, egocentric
      He is basically the exact oppsite of Charles Olivera, so naturally people that like more technical, "thinking" fighters like Olivera or Khabib won't really appreciate the "showmanship" of fighters like chandler.

    • @allenmk138
      @allenmk138 Před 2 lety +3

      @@Xul The WWE style promos are cringe. I feel like any other fighter would get clowned for doing that.

    • @nunyabizwacks6711
      @nunyabizwacks6711 Před 2 lety +1

      i cant stand Chandler

    • @galenbarry5808
      @galenbarry5808 Před 2 lety +2

      He's super corny. I appreciate his positive traits, but he's much too corny for me.

  • @ifgwelf
    @ifgwelf Před 2 lety +20

    Josh Thomson clenching his fists whenever he has to talk about Chandler

    • @TheWeasleMMA
      @TheWeasleMMA  Před 2 lety +3

      He hates him too much. You got to give the man his credit.

    • @educatedscum2957
      @educatedscum2957 Před 2 lety

      Has he ever said why he hates him ?

    • @katana_3558
      @katana_3558 Před 2 lety

      @@educatedscum2957 he told he is fake guy with a cross

    • @thefreshprinceofnohair9703
      @thefreshprinceofnohair9703 Před 2 lety

      @@educatedscum2957 jealousy

    • @ifgwelf
      @ifgwelf Před 2 lety

      @@educatedscum2957 I'm honestly wondering if it's something that actually happened. Or Josh is just annoyed that Chandler doesn't take advantage of his wrestling ability more in fights

  • @stephenstuckey
    @stephenstuckey Před 2 lety +25

    He is literally living his dreams. Fighting all the guys he always wanted to. He always claimed to be a top 5 lw in the world....and he is man. Whoever thought we would ever see a potential chandler/diaz match? Or conor....etc...its crazy man. He prob is literally the most electrifying/entertaining fighter on the roster....on the mic as well. Hes def the most powerful and explosive. Str8 savage. 🐸👊💯

  • @lolripk
    @lolripk Před 2 lety +56

    Michael Chandler vs Eddie Alvarez might be one of the greatest lightweight fights of all time. One that perhaps flew under the radar since the first fight happened back in 2011 at Bellator when Bellator wasn't nearly as huge. Both fights were amazing but especially that first one. Chandler is a savage and for sure an all time great at 155 regardless of his losses, regardless of his time at Bellator. He's UFC worthy and I'm happy to see more of the ''casual'' fans accepting Chandler as a legitimate world class fighter

    • @OfficialMidnightRuby
      @OfficialMidnightRuby Před 2 lety +2

      It's not just that but as amazing as it was, it got overshadowed by arguably an even greater fight on the same night -- Shogun Rua vs Dan Henderson I

    • @Dude-tv6cj
      @Dude-tv6cj Před 2 lety +2

      What’s crazy is how elite Eddie Alvarez used to be. Was a straight up killer. Just taken so much damage.

    • @TheWeasleMMA
      @TheWeasleMMA  Před 2 lety +10

      Every fan that hasn't seen those fights, need to do themselves a favor and watch them

    • @oddadder5530
      @oddadder5530 Před 2 lety +1

      Close loses great wins ,he deserves title .

  • @digital6262
    @digital6262 Před 2 lety +16

    I remember when I was younger, the first mma fight I watched was when I stumbled upon Chandler Vs Alvarez. I instantly fell in love with the sport and the two became some of my favorite fighters of all time. I always knew Chandler would be a monstrous force in UFC and wondered why it took so long for him to actually sign into the promotion. I’m super glad I got to see Chandler fight for the UFC and very proud of how he’s been running through / giving the best of the best a run for their money.

    • @BigBass-xf5yi
      @BigBass-xf5yi Před 2 lety

      Chandler had all out wars with Alvarez.

    • @Ritalie
      @Ritalie Před 2 lety +1

      I think he probably took a pay cut to come to the UFC. I think he was basically the face of Bellator for a long time, and so they were paying him millions. I think he came to the UFC for the pride of knowing he could do it, and he was willing to take a pay cut. He knew he would regret it, if he didn't give it a shot. At this point, the UFC should definetely be paying Chandler more than Adesanya and Masvidal. There's no way an Adesnya card sells more tickets at this point. And Masvidal seems to be in Nate Diaz territory now, way past his prime.

  • @frosty2.010
    @frosty2.010 Před 2 lety +25

    In terms of feel and ability:
    Charles replaced Tony Ferguson
    Islam replaced Khabib
    and Michael Chandler replaced Conor
    None of these guys can replace them really, but they are the closest to them.

    • @alcottdevalte7440
      @alcottdevalte7440 Před 2 lety

      That's a really good way to put it, they're all mirror image of each other and could have been cousins...

    • @irvingceron1016
      @irvingceron1016 Před 2 lety

      @MARQUIS de QUEENSBURY 5.0
      Khamzat is the new Jon Jones.

    • @babayo3115
      @babayo3115 Před 2 lety

      but chandler is not a pure striker like Conor if ur point is star power then I agree with that

    • @Dawnyy
      @Dawnyy Před 2 lety +4

      Michael chandler replaced Eddie, not Conor, no one can replace Conor

    • @namelessfiend6493
      @namelessfiend6493 Před 2 lety +1

      nobody can replace anyone.. they're all their own selfes.

  • @Connor_Stefanick
    @Connor_Stefanick Před 2 lety +4

    I think my favorite part of him is that he’s respectful to everyone, no actual shit talk. Respectful, yet exciting guy.

  • @Captainfluffy25
    @Captainfluffy25 Před 2 lety +3

    Im so happy thats Chandlers been getting the love and appreciation that I felt he deserved back when he got signed I felt like I was one of the only guys that was super excited for him getting signed. I told so many people that he would be big and im happy he helped prove me right.

  • @danigaman
    @danigaman Před 2 lety +8

    Chandler is like the best guy to have. He is smart, got the looks and talk well and good for media and also super exciting if not most exciting fighter in the whole UFC UFC.

  • @bilalsinno1557
    @bilalsinno1557 Před 2 lety +17

    Thank you Weasle for always creating amazing content

  • @BabadookJesus
    @BabadookJesus Před 2 lety +3

    Weasel, you have the best content my man

  • @fyadoo
    @fyadoo Před 2 lety +1

    Best mma content right there , unbiased, informative and technical .. great job man keep up the good work

    • @TheWeasleMMA
      @TheWeasleMMA  Před 2 lety

      Thank you so much man. I was proven wrong by Chandler and I'm happy about that.

  • @yt_mizu3476
    @yt_mizu3476 Před 2 lety +34

    Chandler has a left hook, good combos, awesome wrestling(struggles in the guard), can do well with new things like uppercuts and low kicks. Great explosive power as well. He should use his underused tools like the uppercut and low kicks more.

    • @BruceWayne-fj9bm
      @BruceWayne-fj9bm Před 2 lety

      How does he struggle in guard when he’s never been submitted and not even Charles Olivera could submit him???????

    • @billyrichards1894
      @billyrichards1894 Před 2 lety

      @@BruceWayne-fj9bm Probobly recency bias since Tony was arguably winning the ground exchange from bottom frol his guard.

  • @Hans_ON_FIRE
    @Hans_ON_FIRE Před 2 lety +3

    Man... I've only been a fan of the sport for a handful of years, so my fight watching experience is limited, but that tony KO was, I think, the scariest thing I've seen live.

  • @ajphilbrick588
    @ajphilbrick588 Před 2 lety

    Weasle you do such a great job how do you not have more subs

  • @user-tj2bz4bd7g
    @user-tj2bz4bd7g Před 2 lety

    Here for a good time not a long time, he’s already become a fan favourite and good person out the ring too
    Really like the guy
    See you at the top!

  • @Tygor3533
    @Tygor3533 Před 2 lety +5

    I really like chandler man, super entertaining but you can tell he’s just a great man, great father, great role model…. Sports need more men like him

    • @clinicaltranscription1190
      @clinicaltranscription1190 Před 2 lety

      I’m with you. Stopped following the UFC for a while, all the trash talking guys, personal attacks, fights breaking out at weigh ins, attacking buses, sucker punching in public etc, got repetitive. Chandler knows how to ‘respectfully’ get the fight he wants. Never a sore loser, or a gloating winner. Great guy. I just hope he doesn’t have long-term brain issues from all the wars he’s been in. I can’t think of many, who’ve taken and fought through as much damage. He’s got young kids and needs to be there for them and his future grandkids. 🙏🏾

  • @o.j7408
    @o.j7408 Před 2 lety +3

    Hope Chandler sees this video so he knows how much luv the community has for him. I never really even heard of him until he hit the ufc

  • @ezmkmone53
    @ezmkmone53 Před 2 lety

    Love these many discussion vids man but please keep that podcast going strong. I feel like its a major part of mma culture and if not yet it will be✊🏾

    • @TheWeasleMMA
      @TheWeasleMMA  Před 2 lety +1

      Podcast will come out Friday or tomorrow maybe

  • @propositionjoe1515
    @propositionjoe1515 Před 2 lety +8

    I can’t forget how mad people were when he got the title shot.

  • @dankcoops7745
    @dankcoops7745 Před 2 lety +12

    Chandler's a monster. Him vs any top lightweight on the planet including Charles oliveria could go his way on any given night given his grappling prowess (I mean just watch the Charles oliveria fight and compare his defense to gaethje and Dustin) and the fact that he can put out anyone on the feet with one shot. What a beast.

    • @tonyfergusonisthetypeofguy142
      @tonyfergusonisthetypeofguy142 Před 2 lety

      When chandler fights smart like he did vs charles in round 1 and tony Ferguson he can beat all lightweights exept maybe islam or khabib

  • @dwaynekasper436
    @dwaynekasper436 Před 2 lety +4

    Win or lose, its about entertainment an he brings it everytime💪

    • @TheWeasleMMA
      @TheWeasleMMA  Před 2 lety +2

      He never disappoints. If you want to get a friend into MMA, have them watch Chandler.

  • @matijaknezevic4184
    @matijaknezevic4184 Před 2 lety

    God bless! See you at the top!

  • @scottish5696
    @scottish5696 Před 2 lety +5

    He should have been signed years ago. He would be champ without a doubt.

    • @berlin4103
      @berlin4103 Před 2 lety +1

      Khabib was there bro 👍

    • @benh9935
      @benh9935 Před 2 lety +1

      Doubtful, unless he came when Alvarez was champ.

    • @scottish5696
      @scottish5696 Před 2 lety

      @@berlin4103 yeah 8 know mate I opened my daft mouth before I text this. 😁👊💯

  • @ives3572
    @ives3572 Před 2 lety +7

    What a great KO win for Michael Chandler that was, love to see him run it back with either Gaethje or Oliveira, or even fight Poirier, at some point in the foreseeable future.

  • @mohammedfahd8908
    @mohammedfahd8908 Před 2 lety +5

    Michael chandler won 3 times in ufc 274
    Tony KO
    Triple Backflip
    Epic post fight interview / promo

  • @ComedyByAlan
    @ComedyByAlan Před 2 lety +1

    A ton of people thought he would be a contender, I didn’t realize he was this great on the mic though. His Ufc run has been a pleasure to watch

  • @brazenlilhussy5975
    @brazenlilhussy5975 Před 2 lety

    One of the few that can perform under the big lights, his call outs have really improved. Look at all the options he gave himself...he's going at Nate on twitter also, love to see it. That boy can take and give a shot. Good vid as always man.

  • @xicoxnicx
    @xicoxnicx Před 2 lety +3

    Best crossover character to the UFC universe

    • @TheWeasleMMA
      @TheWeasleMMA  Před 2 lety +2

      This is what Ben Askren was supposed to be lol

  • @chleepy
    @chleepy Před 2 lety +6

    hes the most entertaining fighter in the game rn, every part even the interview

    • @TheWeasleMMA
      @TheWeasleMMA  Před 2 lety +3

      Everything he does, it's something many fighters couldn't put together but he did

  • @crisstryna_mma1622
    @crisstryna_mma1622 Před 2 lety

    Thank you for laying out the real value of this fighter. This is the best way to get eyes on these people! So many fighters are working flat out to showcase talent, mixed styles of fighting and performing all of this as entertainment for casuals and hard-core fans. Mma is getting better and better.

  • @roland8357
    @roland8357 Před 2 lety

    Love this channel

  • @RogerM88
    @RogerM88 Před 2 lety +7

    If Dariush isn't ready yet, then Makhachev could fight Chandler for the title contender spot. While Oliveira takes some time out to recover.

    • @sheriefelsayad5578
      @sheriefelsayad5578 Před 2 lety +1

      Michael Chandler dont want that smoke. Already ducked Islam once. Keeps talking shit about him too.

    • @RogerM88
      @RogerM88 Před 2 lety

      @@sheriefelsayad5578 maybe because it doesn't bring the money he wants. Chandler doesn't duck Makhachev fearing him, or he would avoided Fighters as Gaethje.

    • @RogerM88
      @RogerM88 Před 2 lety

      @@sheriefelsayad5578 then why Makhachev don't he call out Poirier or Chandler next? If he doesn't have nothing to fear.

    • @sheriefelsayad5578
      @sheriefelsayad5578 Před 2 lety +1

      @@RogerM88 fighting Tony Ferguson also doesnt bring big money. Neither did fighting Dan Hooker. He knows he wont beat islam thats why.

    • @sheriefelsayad5578
      @sheriefelsayad5578 Před 2 lety

      @@RogerM88 because he should fight for the title next. Or Dariush. But imo should fight for the title. He already called out Chandler once.

  • @dominicmartinez4448
    @dominicmartinez4448 Před 2 lety +4

    He is the most exciting fighter to watch without a doubt

    • @TheWeasleMMA
      @TheWeasleMMA  Před 2 lety +2

      For me, he might be the most exciting of all combat sports at the moment

  • @ape.on.a.rock.6695
    @ape.on.a.rock.6695 Před 2 lety

    Honesty about being wrong diserves respect.another sign of quality. Much love.

  • @OoSCUBAoO
    @OoSCUBAoO Před 2 lety

    im going to the card in austin , im getting some your merch so i can rock it at the show!!

  • @Dude-tv6cj
    @Dude-tv6cj Před 2 lety +9

    How has he gotten only more muscular later in his career?? A bit suspicious if you ask me. But you’d think dealing with Usada would only make him deflate, not get bigger…

    • @maltheri9833
      @maltheri9833 Před 2 lety +8

      I think for starters the UFCcameras are and gave always been leagues above Bellator. Everyone looks shorter and darker in Bellator while everything is more clear in the UFC. He's still as muscular but I think the fact that he's cutting so much to 155 he looks shredded asfff. That being said if he was using I wouldn't be surprised and I'm SURE Usada has popped up on him hoping to catch knowing he was teammates with TJ at one point but never failed a test so can only say so much.

    • @trask9100
      @trask9100 Před 2 lety +3

      Never failed a test as far as I'm aware, plus hes been doing a ton of work with a nutritionist. Could genuinely be diet, how hes working out + how he is cutting weight and refueling after weigh ins as well. I've heard him say by the time he fights hes close to 170, which is a lot of muscle packed on that little dude.

    • @Dude-tv6cj
      @Dude-tv6cj Před 2 lety +1

      @@maltheri9833 I honestly won’t be surprised if Charley Olives ends up getting popped at some point. Dude used to be so skinny, and now he’s one of the biggest and widest backed LW’s around. Made Tony and Justin almost look small.

    • @timelineenjoyer
      @timelineenjoyer Před 2 lety +1

      @@Dude-tv6cj I mean he started so young it’s understandable. But I would be more surprised to find out a fighter NEVER used something tbh

    • @dkld6575
      @dkld6575 Před 2 lety +2

      @@Dude-tv6cj The reality is everybody is on something

  • @ItsAVolcano
    @ItsAVolcano Před 2 lety +5

    Man's UFC career is like a lightning bolt⚡, utterly incredible and awe-inspiring to see for the brief period he's in the ring.

  • @stevieo9909
    @stevieo9909 Před 2 lety

    Podcast please!!! 🙌

  • @chrispraz5198
    @chrispraz5198 Před 2 lety

    Brings it everytime!!
    Doesn't need to be a belt on the line for it to be seen.

  • @GOSUmartialarts
    @GOSUmartialarts Před 2 lety +4

    Hes 2-2 in the UFC, w victories over two shot fighters. We hadn't even seen him beat a ranked guy unless Dan Hooker was...but Hooker was broken by Poirier.

  • @blazebananacrusher5241
    @blazebananacrusher5241 Před 2 lety +4

    I remember when Michael Chandler Debuted and everyone was saying Dan Hooker would beat him and send him back to bellator. I had only seen Mike a few times same for Dan and based off that I was wondering what people were seeing that I wasn’t cuz Michael Chandler is a fucking beast and he definitely was one of the best in the world at his weight class.
    Edit: This isn’t to say that I didn’t see how Dan could win and honestly at the time Dan was looking like he might be one of the best in the world too but Mike was getting absolutely downplayed that entire time.

    • @cristobalbalenciaga7295
      @cristobalbalenciaga7295 Před 2 lety

      Everyone? Who are you gus talking about whe you say these things? Where did "everyone" say this?

    • @blazebananacrusher5241
      @blazebananacrusher5241 Před 2 lety +1

      @@cristobalbalenciaga7295 it’s an exaggerative term obviously not everyone but most people hence why Dan was a favorite. Why was this so hard to understand?

    • @cristobalbalenciaga7295
      @cristobalbalenciaga7295 Před 2 lety

      @@blazebananacrusher5241 Dude, I know you were speaking hyperbolic. But why is it so hard to understand what I mean with "Where". Where were a lot of people saying this? And dan was the favorite because the bookmakers picked him as a favorite. You know that odds are made by people who often don't know shit about sports right?

    • @blazebananacrusher5241
      @blazebananacrusher5241 Před 2 lety

      @@cristobalbalenciaga7295 But it’s also obvious where. Social media, not like I talked to a thousand people in person and they all said this. And whether they are casuals or hardcore is really irrelevant in this context. You’re coming at this like “everyone” was like a vocal minority when it’s just simply not true most people thought Dan was gonna KO him.

    • @cristobalbalenciaga7295
      @cristobalbalenciaga7295 Před 2 lety

      @@blazebananacrusher5241 Than you and i are clearly following different people. Because on my timeline "everyone" was saying that he would beat khabib and he was the best lightweight on the planet.
      So i can say the same to you. You're coming at this like "everyone" was like a vocal majority when its simply not trye most people thought dan was too light of a competition and mike was like the best lightweight ever.

  • @quinnin123
    @quinnin123 Před 2 lety

    Ngl I had never of heard of him before he signed for the UFC. But my god he’s made an impression since he joined. Also seems a very respectful lad outside the octagon as well.

  • @Sephiroth-1
    @Sephiroth-1 Před 2 lety +1

    His call outs are funny asf 🤣🤣 always fun to watch Chandler 🔥🔥

  • @livelifethornton7943
    @livelifethornton7943 Před 2 lety +2

    I thought that …. He wouldn’t have a chance against our old champions but looking at what he’s doing now is making me regretting thinking that

    • @kaisac.
      @kaisac. Před 2 lety

      I mean he beat Benson Henderson twice who was lightweight champ and had that 5 rounder but loss split dedication to Alvarez. So he definitely always stood a chance against older Champs.

  • @PabzRoz
    @PabzRoz Před 2 lety

    Can't forget his sense of humor and the fact he's just an all around stand up guy. Easily one of if not my favorite fighter right now. He's the kind of fighter win or lose he never really loses.

  • @memberberries3615
    @memberberries3615 Před 2 lety +1

    Chandler is the full package he's got skill in the cage, on the mic and he's a good looking guy. Could definitely see him blowing up in a few years or even getting into WWE

  • @cofiddle
    @cofiddle Před 2 lety +1

    He really belongs in the UFC bro. Its crazy how well he fits

  • @IPLACEIcom
    @IPLACEIcom Před 2 lety

    love everything about him and is my personal top 3 most exciting fighters in the world hands down. gets me so hyped when i know he has a fight coming up

  • @waterlegend72
    @waterlegend72 Před 2 lety +2

    I was following Weighing In with John and Josh for a long while and they really hype up Bellator but when they described Chandler I knew for sure he was gonna make a big statement in the UFC
    He was always top 5 lightweight material in his prime at Bellator and one day he could still become champion
    Conceive, believe, Chandler

  • @jasoncarter8753
    @jasoncarter8753 Před 2 lety

    Weasel
    What do u think about a max holloway vs Charles olivera rematch

  • @angelsjoker8190
    @angelsjoker8190 Před 2 lety

    I didn't really follow him when he was in Bellator, but every time I heard of him it sounded like he was the next big thing who needs to get signed by the UFC, and when he finally did, it felt like he already had a comparably massive name.
    And the dude is probably the most athletic LW, he's so explosive you always can expect fireworks, almost every one of his leaping punches could be a KO punch. It's unreal how he can go for five rounds at that pace and explosiveness.

  • @MrDeftones122755
    @MrDeftones122755 Před 2 lety

    I’m am glad he got his shot, I was worried that time would catch up to him when he got to the ufc, he had some amazing wars with Eddie who became champ after showing micheals caliber, glad he putting on a show, still the most dangerous 155 in first 3 rounds. Dudes got power, toughness, skills for days. Glad we got to see him at the top

  • @memorydrain7806
    @memorydrain7806 Před 2 lety

    Literally has his own theme song that starts out with him saying, "SEE YOU AT THE TOP!".
    Michael Chandler is the man.

  • @gamer6595
    @gamer6595 Před 2 lety

    8:00 Thats how Chandler looks when se sees a inspirational quote that he can use in a interview :D

  • @jesseduran5674
    @jesseduran5674 Před 2 lety

    See you at the top!

  • @onYaFace2023
    @onYaFace2023 Před 2 lety

    yo Weasle.... SEE YOU AT THE TOP !!!!!

  • @dodgegroin708
    @dodgegroin708 Před 2 lety

    Chandler on the card will always be a highlight. Never missed a ppv with him. Loved all of his fights in the UFC.

  • @memorydrain7806
    @memorydrain7806 Před 2 lety

    He really hit the right notes on that promo after the fight. It was fire.

  • @xanderhall8366
    @xanderhall8366 Před 2 lety +1

    From the moment they signed him I knew he was going to be one of my favorites

  • @alexvollkommer1598
    @alexvollkommer1598 Před 2 lety

    I loved watching Michael chandler in Bellator, thank you for spotlighting him

  • @NathanOrlick
    @NathanOrlick Před 2 lety +1

    A big thing I love about Chandler too is that in an era when every fighter seems to feel entitled to big paychecks just for being in the UFC, Chandler just fucking goes for it and earns his paycheck. No complaints, no bullshit, he just goes in there and gets it done. You could put on a fight card where it's literally just Michael Chandler fighting and I'd buy it without thinking because the dude delivers every damn time.

  • @zefalmohammad1369
    @zefalmohammad1369 Před 2 lety +1

    fight that make sense imo:
    1. chandler vs makachev the winner get title shot.
    2. oliveira vs conor for money fight.
    3. beneil (if he has recovered) vs gathje/poirier

  • @mra2438
    @mra2438 Před 2 lety

    the man is super marketable in every way. he doesnt even need trash talk or bad sportsmanship to captivate.
    I wish he signed a few years earlier but better late than never.

  • @IsmailEditz_
    @IsmailEditz_ Před 2 lety

    he's in my current one of favorite fighters list now he's just to exciting

  • @Kreonkreon
    @Kreonkreon Před 2 lety

    I was always hyped to see him coming to the ufc. He’s been hella active which is great

  • @Starzoh
    @Starzoh Před 2 lety +2

    I completely underestimated him he's insanely fun to watch I just get so nervous when he fights. Him and poirer would be fireworks

  • @IXIBankaiIXI
    @IXIBankaiIXI Před 2 lety

    I'm a newer fan, only having started watching MMA in 2016. Even I knew from the first moment I saw Chandler fight at Bellator 212 vs Brent Primus with that nerve injury to his leg and still whooping his ass, I knew this dude at the very least had the heart and drive to compete at the highest level, and when he got signed to the UFC, and I saw all the people doubting him, oh man, I couldn't wait for this dude to become UFC champion. I still firmly believed he is the most dangerous man in the division if he utilizes all his tools.

  • @juniorballs6025
    @juniorballs6025 Před 2 lety

    He's polished in essentially every way. Listening to him talk is a breath of fresh air too. Seems a thoroughly decent human being.

  • @jacoblathrop4227
    @jacoblathrop4227 Před 2 lety

    I remember right after the Hooker ko he became ny favorite fighter, I binged all his fights. Future legend

  • @SPACECOWBOY705
    @SPACECOWBOY705 Před 2 lety

    Can someone upload the video of him looking for his son when he climbed on the cage? Such a beautiful moment i need that

  • @ivanahtoong8492
    @ivanahtoong8492 Před 2 lety

    I love the pressure Chandler puts down. He is a beast for sure would like to see him champ one day.

  • @hman230
    @hman230 Před 2 lety +1

    Chandler’s approach is minimalist so he can focus on execution. Like how Peyton Manning used to run the same play all game in the NFL; he just went through his mental checklist on every play with five different receivers and in the moment he’d decide where to attack depending on the defensive look.

    • @TheWeasleMMA
      @TheWeasleMMA  Před 2 lety +1

      That's a great comparison. Simplistic tools sometimes makes the path to the goal easier.

    • @hman230
      @hman230 Před 2 lety

      @@TheWeasleMMA glad to hear you see the same, Weasle. Love your channel, and your breakdowns are by the far best on the webz

  • @risenfromyoutubesashesagai6302

    I had a good feeling about the Chancellor when he first announced crossing over. Glad he's here. See you at the top!!!

  • @ryantravis242
    @ryantravis242 Před 2 lety

    Michael vs Benson fights in early career were amazing

  • @tomasturbado6104
    @tomasturbado6104 Před 2 lety

    I started watching the UFC regularly because of some dude named Frankie Edgar, which, was putting crazy and exiting fights... well many years after, this guy reminds me of him. Chandler has his heart, and his fights are so impredictable. Plus, he is figting THE BESTS in the LW.

  • @themonsterbaby
    @themonsterbaby Před 2 lety

    And look where Will Brooks is now.... headlining our last 2 regional cards in my city. Art of Scrap 3 and Art of Scrap 4 (the gym where my son trains is also who promotes AoS).

  • @CubensisEnjoyer
    @CubensisEnjoyer Před 2 lety

    When he came to the UFC I didn't like him (and you mentioned why, I think it was just UFC bias), but every single time he's fought he's earned my respect and by now, I would happily watch him fight anyone. With the skill level he's fought at I would be happy with Dana giving Michael Chandler any fight he wants. I've wanted to see Michael Chandler vs. Conor McGregor for a while now and I got so hyped when he made the callout. Personally I like the matchup for the entertainment value, in terms of skill I could see either fighter knocking the other out. UFC has a gem on their hands - win or lose, people love it when the man fights.

  • @astrladam4392
    @astrladam4392 Před 2 lety

    Thought this bro. His run has been sick. And he called his shot!

  • @Theincognoah
    @Theincognoah Před 2 lety

    Not only can he fight, but he looks good doing it. Great signing. Would have loved to seen him in UFC during his prime years.

  • @juanb7808
    @juanb7808 Před 2 lety

    I remember when they announced chandelier going to ufc. I was so excited. He always in a crazy fights. Does chandelier vs gaethe 2 make sense right now?

  • @thomasschieron4534
    @thomasschieron4534 Před 2 lety

    The weasel! Thanks

  • @snowman2834
    @snowman2834 Před 2 lety

    Are you gonna do a breakdown of the Alvarez vs bivol fight

  • @sallgoodman2323
    @sallgoodman2323 Před 2 lety

    About time y'all