This is your guide to the UFC 314 live blog covering the highly anticipated lightweight co-main event between Michael Chandler and Paddy Pimblett. The five-round fight is set to take place this Saturday at the Kaseya Center in Miami.
Michael Chandler (23-9), currently ranked No. 14 in the lightweight division, aims to achieve a feat no one has accomplished in the UFC – defeat Paddy Pimblett. A former three-time Bellator lightweight champion, Chandler`s UFC journey has been a mix of highs and lows, with two wins in six appearances. Despite the record, “Iron Mike” has become a fan favorite due to his consistently thrilling and action-packed fighting style.
For Paddy Pimblett (22-3), this fight represents another step up against an experienced opponent. The popular fighter from Liverpool has recently secured wins against MMA veterans Clay Guida and Tony Ferguson. His victory over Guida was particularly noteworthy, marking the first time Guida has been submitted since 2009. A win for Pimblett on Saturday, extending his UFC record to 7-0, could propel him into the top 10 lightweight rankings.
Stay tuned to the live blog below for real-time updates and coverage of the Michael Chandler vs. Paddy Pimblett fight at UFC 314.
