'One thing is certain, I can rest in...': Michael Chandler Pens Emotional Post After Devastating Loss to Paddy Pimblett at UFC 314

Michael Chandler suffered a devastating TKO loss to Paddy Pimblett at UFC 314 on Saturday. It was Chandler's 3rd consecutive defeat inside the Octagon and 5th overall in the last 6 bouts. Having taken a couple of days to digest the defeat, Chandler broke the social media silence and expressed fortitude through a written post.

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Michael Chandler Suffers Yet Another Loss

It has been some rough couple of years for Michael Chandler in the UFC. After waiting for an eternity to fight Conor McGregor, he moved on from it after it fell through and returned to the ring in 2024. He faced Charles Oliveira immediately after coming back, and then came up against Paddy Pimblett, who was on a 6-fight win spree- Now Seven - in the UFC. While he has been enduring a tough phase, but at the same time it must be noted that he has been up against some of the formidable competitors in the Lightweight division.

The Pimblett fight was seen as a chance for him to redeem his UFC stint, but a defeat has somewhat further plummeted him in the Lightweight division. Chandler took to social media after eating up the loss and expressed both disappointment and hope for reemergence. He also showcased gratitude to the UFC for rendering the opportunity.

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Michael Chandler's Post

"There are really no words to describe the pain and disappointment you feel…you just live in it…let it take its lot and leave you with what is left. From there you rebuild. One thing is certain, I can rest in knowing that I prepared the best I could and I alone was responsible for my shortcomings in that Octagon. My team prepared me. The UFC gave me the opportunity. I stepped into the ultimate proving grounds, ready.

And this picture sums up how I feel and what truly matters. Bruised, bloodied and heartbroken, yet I have my soulmate by my side and three little hands to hold. Future is still bright. Walk On. See you at the top!"