Michael Chandler

"Iron"

23-11-0★ 5bonuses

United StatesLast 5

Wrestling 1-0

Last fight: Loss vs Maurício Ruffy · TKO · Jun 14, 2026

23-11-0 · 18 finishes · Full stats →

LAST FIGHT

LOSSvs Maurício RuffyTKO · R1 4:29

UFCUFC Freedom 250·June 14, 2026

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Michael Chandler holds a professional MMA record of 23-11-0. Chandler has won 23 fights: 11 by KO/TKO, 7 by submission, 5 by decision. Of 11 career losses, 6 came by KO/TKO and 1 by submission. In the UFC, Chandler lands 3.85 significant strikes per minute with 50% accuracy and averages 1.63 takedowns per 15 minutes. Chandler also has 1 recorded wrestling bout. Most recent fight: June 14, 2026. Tracked organizations: UFC, BELLATOR, STRIKEFORCE.

Profile

Height: 5'8"173 cm
Weight: 155 lbs70 kg
Reach: 71"180 cm
Stance: Orthodox
DOB: Apr 24, 1986
Age: 40
Nationality: United States
Birthplace: High Ridge, Missouri, United States

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Career history

LOSS
vs Maurício Ruffy
UFC Freedom 250· Jun 14, 2026· Lightweight· 23-11 vs 14-2
TKO
R1 · 4:29
LOSS
vs Paddy Pimblett
UFC 314: Volkanovski vs Lopes· Apr 12, 2025· Lightweight· 23-10 vs 23-3
TKO
R3 · 3:07
LOSS
vs Charles Oliveira
UFC 309: Jones vs Miocic· Nov 16, 2024· Lightweight· 23-9 vs 35-10
UD
R5 · 5:00
FOTN
LOSS
vs Dustin Poirier
UFC 281: Adesanya vs Pereira· Nov 12, 2022· Lightweight· 23-8 vs 29-7
SUB
R3 · 2:00
FOTN
WIN
vs Tony Ferguson
UFC 274: Oliveira vs Gaethje· May 7, 2022· Lightweight· 23-7 vs 25-7
TKO
R2 · 0:17
POTN
LOSS
vs Justin Gaethje
UFC 268: Usman vs Covington 2· Nov 6, 2021· Lightweight· 22-7 vs 23-3
UD
R3 · 5:00
FOTN
LOSS
vs Charles OliveiraTitle bout
UFC 262: Oliveira vs Chandler· May 15, 2021· Lightweight· 22-6 vs 31-8
TKO
R2 · 0:19
WIN
vs Dan Hooker
UFC 257: Poirier vs McGregor 2· Jan 24, 2021· Lightweight· 22-5 vs 20-10
TKO
R1 · 2:30
POTN
WIN
vs Benson Henderson
Bellator 243: Chandler vs Henderson 2· Aug 7, 2020· Lightweight· 21-5 vs 28-9
TKO
R1 · 2:09
WIN
vs Sidney Outlaw
Bellator 237: Fedor vs Rampage· Dec 29, 2019· Lightweight· 20-5 vs 14-4
TKO
R1 · 2:59
LOSS
vs Patricio PitbullTitle bout
Bellator 221: Chandler vs Pitbull· May 11, 2019· Lightweight· 19-5 vs 29-4
TKO
R1 · 1:01
WIN
vs Brent Primus×6Title bout · Title win #6
Bellator 212: Primus vs Chandler 2· Dec 14, 2018· Lightweight· 19-4 vs 8-1
UD
R5 · 5:00
WIN
vs Brandon Girtz
Bellator 197: Chandler vs Girtz· Apr 13, 2018· Lightweight· 18-4 vs 15-8
SUB
R1 · 4:00
WIN
vs Goiti Yamauchi
Bellator 192: Rampage vs Sonnen· Jan 20, 2018· Lightweight· 17-4 vs 22-4
UD
R3 · 5:00
LOSS
vs Brent PrimusTitle bout
Bellator NYC: Sonnen vs Silva· Jun 24, 2017· Lightweight· 16-4 vs 8-0
TKO
R1 · 2:22
WIN
vs Benson Henderson×5Title bout · Title win #5
Bellator 165: Chandler vs Henderson· Nov 19, 2016· Lightweight· 16-3 vs 24-7
SD
R5 · 5:00
WIN
vs Patricky Freire×4Title bout · Title win #4
Bellator 157: Dynamite 2· Jun 24, 2016· Lightweight· 15-3 vs 16-8
TKO
R1 · 2:14
WIN
vs David Rickels
Bellator 145: Vengeance· Nov 6, 2015· Lightweight· 14-3 vs 16-4
TKO
R2 · 3:05
WIN
vs Derek Campos
Bellator 138: Unfinished Business· Jun 19, 2015· Lightweight· 13-3 vs 15-5
SUB
R1 · 2:17
LOSS
vs Will BrooksTitle bout
Bellator 131: Tito vs Bonnar· Nov 14, 2014· Lightweight· 12-3 vs 15-1
TKO
R4 · 3:48
LOSS
vs Will BrooksTitle bout
Bellator MMA: Bellator 120· May 16, 2014· Lightweight· 12-2 vs 14-1
SD
R5 · 5:00
LOSS
vs Eddie AlvarezTitle bout
Bellator MMA: Bellator 106· Nov 1, 2013· Lightweight· 12-1 vs 25-3
SD
R5 · 5:00
WIN
vs David Rickels×3Title bout · Title win #3
Bellator MMA: Bellator 97· Jul 30, 2013· Lightweight· 12-0 vs 14-2
TKO
R1 · 0:44
WIN
vs Rick Hawn×2Title bout · Title win #2
Bellator MMA: Bellator 85· Jan 16, 2013· Lightweight· 11-0 vs 14-2
SUB
R2 · 3:07
WIN
vs Akihiro Gono
BFC: Bellator Fighting Championships 67· May 4, 2012· Lightweight· 10-0 vs 33-18-7
TKO
R1 · 0:56
WIN
vs Eddie Alvarez×1Title bout · Title win #1
BFC: Bellator Fighting Championships 58· Nov 19, 2011· Lightweight· 9-0 vs 22-3
SUB
R4 · 3:06
WIN
vs Patricky Freire
BFC: Bellator Fighting Championships 44· May 14, 2011· Lightweight· 8-0 vs 9-2
UD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Lloyd Woodard
BFC: Bellator Fighting Championships 40· Apr 8, 2011· Lightweight· 7-0 vs 11-1
UD
R3 · 5:00
WIN
vs Marcin Held
BFC: Bellator Fighting Championships 36· Mar 11, 2011· Lightweight· 6-0 vs 10-2
SUB
R1 · 3:56
WIN
vs Chris Page
BFC: Bellator Fighting Championships 32· Oct 14, 2010· Welterweight· 5-0 vs 1-3
SUB
R1 · 0:57
WIN
vs Scott Stapp
BFC: Bellator Fighting Championships 31· Sep 30, 2010· Lightweight· 4-0 vs 2-1
TKO
R1 · 1:57
WIN
vs Sal Woods
Strikeforce: Heavy Artillery· May 14, 2010· Welterweight· 3-0 vs 4-10
SUB
R1 · 0:59
WIN
vs Rich Bouphanouvong
Strikeforce: Challengers 5· Nov 19, 2009· Catchweight· 2-0 vs 1-2
TKO
R2 · 2:07
WIN
vs Kyle Swadley
Missouri Regional· Aug 8, 2009· 1-0 vs 3-4
TKO

Title bout· ×N = title win number N in that promotion

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

Camp

Kill Cliff FC

Fight DNA

Knockout Artist

UFCalendar's style model · Lightweight roster (24 fighters)

One-Shot Power

98 · top 4% in division

Punch power98

Kick power93

Punch speed95

Kick speed93

Accuracy88

Takedowns92

Ground striking96

Submissions93

Chin92

Body strength92

Cardio90

Attributes are rated 0-100 by UFCalendar's style model.

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 23-11-0 · Source: UFCalendar

Striking

Strikes landed3.85per min

50% accuracy

Strikes absorbed4.75per min

41% avoided

Grappling

Takedowns landed1.63per 15 min

36% success

Takedowns stuffed56%

Submission attempts0.2per 15 min

UFC careerRecord: 2-6-0 · Source: UFCStats.com

Striking

Strikes landed3.85per min

50% accuracy

Strikes absorbed4.75per min

41% avoided

Grappling

Takedowns landed1.63per 15 min

36% success

Takedowns stuffed56%

Submission attempts0.2per 15 min

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Bonus résumé

Michael Chandler has won 5 UFC post-fight bonuses. Estimated bonus earnings: $250,000.

★ Fight of the Night ×3★ Performance of the Night ×2

Estimates use each era's real amount: $50,000 from 2012, $100,000 from UFC 324, plus $25,000 finish incentives.

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Salary & career earnings

Disclosed purses, reported paydays and what we estimate Michael Chandler earns per fight.

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Official UFC Ranking

Michael Chandler's standing in the official UFC rankings, tracked since 2013.

Current: Unranked
Peak: #4 Lightweight
First ranked: Jan 25, 2021
Times ranked: 225

Lightweight

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current: 1726▼14
Peak: 1934Jul 31, 2013
Rated fights: 35

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Frequently asked questions

When does Michael Chandler fight next?

Michael Chandler has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Michael Chandler's record?

Michael Chandler's professional MMA record is 23-11-0.

Who is Michael Chandler fighting next?

Michael Chandler's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Michael Chandler fight last?

Michael Chandler most recently fought Maurício Ruffy at UFC Freedom 250 on Sunday, June 14, 2026, LOSS (TKO).

What weight class does Michael Chandler fight in?

Michael Chandler fights at Lightweight.

How many knockouts does Michael Chandler have?

Michael Chandler has 11 wins by KO/TKO and 7 wins by submission.

How many UFC bonuses has Michael Chandler won?

Michael Chandler has won 5 UFC post-fight bonuses: 3× Fight of the Night, 2× Performance of the Night.

How tall is Michael Chandler?

Michael Chandler is 5'8" (173 cm) tall.

How much does Michael Chandler weigh?

Michael Chandler weighs 155 lbs (70 kg).

What is Michael Chandler's reach?

Michael Chandler has a reach of 71" (180 cm).

How old is Michael Chandler?

Michael Chandler is 40 years old (born Apr 24, 1986).

Where is Michael Chandler from?

Michael Chandler is from the United States.

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CAREER SUMMARY