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Paddy Pimblett Secures TKO Win Over Michael Chandler at UFC 314, Eyes Title Shot

Pimblett's dominant third-round victory elevates him to top contender status while Chandler faces career uncertainty after his third consecutive loss.

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Overview

  • Paddy Pimblett defeated Michael Chandler via third-round TKO at UFC 314, extending his UFC record to 7-0 and solidifying his rise in the lightweight rankings.
  • Chandler’s UFC record fell to 2-5, marking a significant career setback for the 38-year-old former Bellator champion, who has now lost three consecutive fights.
  • Pimblett called out top-ranked lightweights, including Dustin Poirier, Justin Gaethje, Charles Oliveira, and Arman Tsarukyan, as well as Conor McGregor, positioning himself for a potential title shot.
  • Conor McGregor lost a $500,000 bet on Chandler winning by knockout, drawing attention to Pimblett's performance and his subsequent challenge to the Irishman for a future fight.
  • Prominent figures like Israel Adesanya and Michael Bisping praised Pimblett’s performance, with Adesanya acknowledging his growth and potential as a serious contender in the division.