Chandler was on the honor roll every term in high school, received three letters in football, and finished as the runner–up at the MSHSAA State Championships as a senior in wrestling. He was voted the Most Valuable Wrestler during his senior season and was selected to …

OUTLOOK: Looking to wrap up his collegiate wrestling career on a high note, three-time NCAA qualifier Michael Chandler enters his senior season with a 68-32 overall record and 15 wins against league grapplers.

In 2009, three months after graduation, Michael competed in his first MMA fight, won by first round TKO and hasn’t looked back since. Winning multiple world titles has kept Michael a perennial top 10 lightweight in the world rankings.

May 6, 2022 · Former Mizzou wrestler and former All-American Michael Chandler is set to fight in UFC274. The fight is set to take place at the Footprint Center in Phoenix, Arizona on Saturday, May 7, 2022....

Jun 27, 2024 · ‘Iron’ Michael Chandler has made a name for himself with his all-action and high-octane fighting style inside the cage! The former 3-time Bellator lightweight champion put that on display when he made his debut in the UFC against Dan Hooker at UFC 257 in 2021.

May 5, 2021 · Chandler started his combat sports career as a wrestler. ‘Iron’ has competed in several amateur wrestling tournaments. From his high school to NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association), Chandler has won and lost against many elite wrestlers.

May 9, 2024 · Michael Chandler, aged 38, is one of the top lightweight fighters in the world. Once the face of Bellator, “Iron” made a successful transition to the UFC. Impressively enough, he’s 5 ft 8 in (173 cm) and often found himself at a disadvantage as he fought taller enemies.

Complete career senior level wrestling record for Michael Chandler. Includes matches wrestled, win percentage, pins, techs, wins, and losses.

Michael Chandler High School: Northwest, Missouri 1-Time All-American. All-Americans; NCAA Records

Chandler utilized his wrestling skills, repeatedly taking down Freire and controlling the fight. He defeated Freire via unanimous decision (29-27, 29-27, 29-27) to win $100,000 and a shot at the Bellator Lightweight World Championship versus Eddie Alvarez.