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Ruffy's momentum versus Chandler's last stand — the Brazilian rising star against one of the sport's most explosive veterans
Mauricio Ruffy (13-2) is one of the more exciting lightweight prospects in the UFC. Michael Chandler (23-10) was once the most explosive lightweight in the world, but at 37 and with a CFR of 50.3, the question is whether his heart can make up for what the metrics say about his current level. Chandler will throw everything at Ruffy in round one — that is not strategic observation, it is his career-…
Ruffy (13-2, CFR 68.7) has sharp striking and high-level wrestling entries. He is 5-0 in his last five and on the ascent.
Chandler (23-10, CFR 50.3) is fighting on heart and experience. His explosive early-round offence remains dangerous but his gas tank and durability have both diminished.
Ruffy's movement to survive Chandler's explosive round 1
Whether Chandler can maintain output past two rounds
Ruffy's takedown game as a control mechanism in later rounds
Chandler's first-round KO power is still very real
The White House occasion could amplify Chandler's emotional output
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Avg: 5.6Ruffy · Last 5
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