At UFC 309, Michael Chandler fought Charles Oliveira in a rematch that would become legendary. Their five-round battle pushed both athletes to their absolute limits. The seasoned Brazilian fighter unleashed everything in his arsenal. Despite losing the fight, ‘Iron’s’ spirit remained unbroken.
Ten days after the intense showdown, Chandler shared something that shocked fans and fellow fighters alike. His leg displayed an incredible medical phenomenon called pitting edema, a condition in which pressing a finger leaves a deep, lasting indentation. This wasn’t just a typical bruise; it was a testament to the punishing nature of professional fighting.
Recovery has become Michael Chandler’s new battlefield. He is totally committed to healing. Hyperbaric chambers, red light treatments, and cold plunges have become his arsenal against physical trauma. Still ‘Iron’ remained optimistic about his future in 2025 while waiting for MRI results.
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The fighter’s openness about his physical challenges reveals a raw, human side of professional athletes. Most people see highlight reels and dramatic knockouts. Few understand the incredible aftermath these warriors endure. Michael Chandler’s willingness to show his vulnerability makes fans appreciate the sport’s true complexity.
Michael Chandler Reveals Injuries He Received After UFC 309 Fight
For fighters like Chandler, every match is a test of how much punishment the human body can withstand. His recent battle with Oliveira at UFC 309 was more than just another fight. It was a war that pushed physical limits to their absolute extreme.
Chandler didn’t hold back when describing the aftermath of his five-round epic against Oliveira. Speaking candidly on the “Bussin With The Boys” podcast, he revealed injuries that would make most people’s stomachs churn.
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“It is in the most pain I’ve ever been in, in my entire life, the most injuries I’ve had in a fight, for sure. I peed blood, and inflammation all over my whole body is swollen.”
Michael Chandler reveals he’s been experiencing the worst pain of his life following the Charles Oliveira fight:
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“Body, the most pain I’ve ever been in my entire life. Pee’d blood, inflammation all over, my whole body’ swollen.”
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The fight itself was a back-and-forth thriller that kept fans on the edge of their seats. Chandler came tantalizingly close to securing a comeback victory in the final round as he unleashed heavy ground-and-pound strikes. Despite his heroic efforts, Oliveira survived and ultimately won by unanimous decision.
