Michael Chandler hints at move to welterweight after recent loss
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 3:00 PM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
Michael Chandler is considering a move up to welterweight following his recent defeat to Mauricio Ruffy at UFC White House. The fighter, who has lost four consecutive matches, shared his decision on social media, stating 'No more starving' while showing signs of gaining weight. At 40 years old, Chandler intends to continue competing in the UFC, having struggled with a 2-6 record in the lightweight division. This potential transition to 170 pounds marks a significant change in his career as he seeks to regain momentum in the sport.
- •Chandler lost to Mauricio Ruffy at UFC White House recently.
- •He has now lost four fights in a row.
- •Chandler is planning to move to 170 pounds.
- •His record in the UFC lightweight division is 2-6.
- •Chandler aims to continue his career with the UFC.
- 3:00 PMYahoo Sports — 200-Pound Michael Chandler Teases Move To Welterweight
"Michael Chandler appears ready to make a move up to 170 pounds. Earlier this week, Chandler shocked fight fans by sharing a massive weight gain from his lightweight clash with Mauricio Ruffy at UFC White House last month. Chandler lost that fight — which was his fourth defeat in a row — but the 40-year-old […]
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