Justin Gaethje and Michael Chandler kicked off the stacked main card at UFC 268 in front of a packed Madison Square Garden. The two lightweights fought in an epic three-round war and delivered all the expectations of fight fans around the world. Both Gaethje and Chandler raised the roof as they traded blows from the first minute of the fight.
However, at the end of this scintillating classic, it was the Highlight who came out on top as he won this fight via unanimous decision. Speaking about this lightweight contest, Gaethje worked on his trademark leg kicks. Meanwhile, Chandler landed some good shots and stunned Justin early in the first round.
Although it was Justin Gaethje who made a terrific comeback in the second round after dropping Michael Chandler with a stunning uppercut. However, that wasn’t enough for Gaethje to win the fight as Iron showed great resiliency to stay in the fight. Thereafter, the Highlight dominated the second round and set up an exciting third round.
Consequently, as this fight progressed Justin’s leg kicks created a big difference as Chandler’s left leg was completely swollen. In the third round, Michael Chandler tried to come back by delivering some good blows. But Gaethje was up to the task as he traded blow for blow till the end of the fight.
After the end of three rounds, the judges scored this contest 28-29, 28-29 and 27-30 in the favour of Justin Gaethje. It is needless to say that this fight will be remembered for ages as these two lightweights delivered a performance for a lifetime.
Twitter Reaction following an extraordinary battle between Justin Gaethje and Michael Chandler
This fight between Justin Gaethje and Michael Chandler delivered everything as it was advertised. Consequently, several fighters, famous personalities and analysts expressed their amazement after seeing this three-round war in the opening fight of UFC 268.
Following this instant classic, former light heavyweight champion Jon Jones expressed his wish for a rematch between these two lightweights on Twitter.
Rematch please
— BONY (@JonnyBones) November 7, 2021
What a fight ???????????????????????????????? #UFC268
— Amanda Nunes (@Amanda_Leoa) November 7, 2021
I think I was having heart palpitations during that fight. #UFC268
— Michael Chiesa (@MikeMav22) November 7, 2021
Sign Me Up, Love This Shit @ufc @danawhite LFG!!! @Justin_Gaethje @MikeChandlerMMA ⚔️???? -CSO- ???????????????????? # Round1
— Tony Ferguson (@TonyFergusonXT) November 7, 2021
That was one of the craziest first rounds I think I’ve ever seen. WTF!? Dude!!! If you’re not watching #UFC268 stop what you’re doing and quickly watch it.
— chris pratt (@prattprattpratt) November 7, 2021
After this unanimous decision victory over Michael Chandler, Justin Gaethje will most likely receive a second shot at the UFC lightweight champion. Comment below your thoughts on this brilliant battle between Justin Gaethje and Michael Chandler.
