Michael Chandler

Michael Chandler 2021: Record, Net Worth, Salary, and Endorsements

Michael Chandler is one of the top fighters in the UFC lightweight division. He is an American mixed martial artist and has been professionally fighting since 2009. Chandler is a former three-time Bellator Lightweight World Champion and was the winner of the Bellator Season Four: Lightweight Tournament.

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As of November 2021, Chandler sits at the #4 position in the UFC lightweight rankings.

Michael Chandler: UFC Career

Chandler made his octagon debut against Dan Hooker at UFC 257. He started his UFC career with a spectacular first-round T/KO victory.

Immediately after his victory over Hooker, the MMA promotion gave Chandler a title shot in only his second UFC fight. He clashed against Charles Oliveira for the then-vacant UFC lightweight title at UFC 262. However, Chandler failed to become a UFC champion as he lost against Oliveira via a second-round T/KO.

Now, Chandler will clash against Justin Gaethje on November 06, 2021, at UFC 268.

'Iron' has a UFC record of 1-1.

Michael Chandler: Bellator Career

The 'Iron' started his Bellator career in the year 2010, where he was up against Scott Stapp at Bellator 31. He began with a win against his opponent via technical knockout and followed it up with wins in his next 8 fights.

This run included wins over the likes of Marcin Held, Eddie Alvarez, Rick Hawn, and Chris Page, to name a few.

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His bout against Patricky Freire is one of the best fights of his career. He won the Bellator Season 4 Lightweight Tournament after defeating him via unanimous decision.

His career till now has been grand, and he has delivered performances that are a visual treat for his fans. His last Bellator bout was against Benson Henderson at Bellator 243. Chandler put in a tremendous performance and won the fight via knockout.

Michael Chandler: Fighting Style

Chandler is just unstoppable when he is inside the ring. He is known for his aggressive and violent fighting style and has claimed 10/22 wins via knockout. 'Iron' likes to dominate his opponents throughout the fight and likes to finish them off as soon as possible.

Michael Chandler: Achievements

The 'Iron' holds an amazing record of?22-6-0 in his MMA career. His list of honors and rewards is equally commendable and amazing. He has?earned?All-American honors while wrestling at the University of Missouri.

Apart from that, he holds the?record?for most stoppage wins in Bellator MMA history. He also?received?the 2011 Breakthrough Fighter of the Year by Sherdog.

Michael Chandler: Endorsements 2021

He has endorsement deals with?Dymatize?and?Cryptocurrency.

Michael Chandler: Net Worth and Salary 2021

As of 2021, Chandler has an estimated net worth of $2 million, according to First Sportz. He has an approximate partial MMA career earnings of over $887,000, according to The Sports Daily. His biggest paycheck ($380,00) came from his UFC lightweight title clash against Charles Oliveira at UFC 262.

How to contact Michael Chandler?

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NicknameIron
Age35
BornApril 24, 1986
CountryUnited States
HometownHigh Ridge, United States
GymSanford MMA
Height5' 8"
Weight/ Division155 lbs / Lightweight
Reach71.50"
Leg Reach37.50"
Record22-6-0, 0NC
Active Win Streak0
Wins by Stoppages (Submissions/ KO)17 (10 KO/TKO, 7 Submission)
EndorsementsDymatize and Cryptocurrency
Net Worth$2 million
Marital StatusMarried
Wife NameBrie Chandler
KidsOne (Hap Whitaker)

 

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