What’s Next For Michael Chandler?

After his back to back losses coming from Charles Oliveira and Justin Gaethje it seems like all the buzz is still on him and fans are foaming at the mouth for his next fight. His loss to Oliveira was for the 155 strap and his loss to Gaethje was for whos next in line for a title shot. Even though he lost, both of the fights were full of fireworks. He almost finished Oliveira in the first round until succumbing to a left hook in the second round and he lost to Gaethje by decision. The ceiling is still very high for Chandler and that’s because even through diversity he puts on a show for his fans and always goes out on his shield. Stylistically he matches up great with anyone in the top 10 and they would all be fun fights to watch. That being said, what should be next for Michael Chandler?

He has recently called out the notorious Conor McGregor and Conor replied with “ I’m down at some stage for sure.” Which means it’ll probably be some time before that fight comes to fruition. Looking at that fight from a gamblers point of view it seems like Chandler would be the favorite in that matchup. If that fight is not made what other choices does he have?

While still sitting at the top 5 in the lightweight division I do not believe he’ll get a top 5 opponent his next outing. Unless he gets the loser of Dustin Poirier Vs. Charles Oliveira. That’s if he wants to wait that long but it seems like he wants to get back in the cage as soon as possible. The next best thing will be someone ranked 6-10 possibly Rafael Dos Anjos or Tony Ferguson, which will make sense and be really good fights. Those two who I just mentioned are savvy veterans that would gain a lot of momentum beating someone like Michael Chandler.

Last but not least, fights I personally think would be exciting for Chandler would be a matchup against Brad Riddell or Gregor Gillespie. Riddell and Chandler would be a work of art and just massive violence, could also be a contender for fight of the year if it ever happens. Gillespie and Chandler would be a wrestling masterpiece and show who has more grit and willpower. Even though he has back to back losses Michael Chandler stock is high as ever and I’m looking forward to his next fight.