Michael Chandler is looking to put Paddy Pimblett to the test at UFC 314.
Chandler is set to take on Pimblett in a highly-anticipated five-round fight in the co-main event of UFC 314. It’s an intriguing matchup as Chandler faces an up-and-comer while Pimblett has a chance to prove himself as a legit title contender if he can get past the former Bellator champ.
It’s a good test for both fighters and Michael Chandler enters the bout with a ton of confidence as he expects to KO Paddy Pimblett.
“We’ll test his gall, we’ll test his championship mentality, we’ll test his cardio, and we will test his heart.
Patty Pimblett will be tested more than he has ever been tested in his entire life in April, just 7 short weeks away. It’s the biggest opportunity of his life. Does he… pic.twitter.com/dGunCBMUtF
— Ariel Helwani (@arielhelwani) February 24, 2025
“We will see, we will test his chin,” Chandler said to Ariel Helwani. “We’ll test his gall, we’ll test his championship mentality, we’ll test his cardio, and we will test his heart. Paddy Pimblett will be tested more than he has ever been tested in his entire life in April, just 7 short weeks away. It’s the biggest opportunity of his life. Does he rise to the occasion or does he sink? It remains to be seen. Either way, as I’ve said, I’ve been very respectful, cordial, posted the video of me wearing the Paddy Pimblett hair. This sport is fun for me, I’m going to enjoy it. We are going to have fun, I don’t need to hate Paddy Pimblett to want to separate him from consciousnesses. I don’t need to have any animosity to absolutely eviscerate this man.”
If Michael Chandler does KO Paddy Pimblett it would be a statement win and would put him right back in the title picture.
