Michael Chandler vs. Paddy Pimblett: Odds and what to know ahead of UFC 314 co-main event
Michael Chandler vs. Paddy Pimblett preview
Chandler (23-9 MMA, 2-4 UFC) will look to rebound after back-to-back losses to Dustin Poirier and Charles Oliveira. The former UFC title challenger has lost four of his past five, and hasn't gotten his hand raised since a front kick knockout of Tony Ferguson at UFC 274.
Unbeaten in the octagon, Pimblett (22-3 MMA, 6-0 UFC) picked up his biggest win to date when he submitted King Green in Round 1 at UFC 304 in July. 'The Baddy' is on an eight-fight winning streak.
Michael Chandler vs. Paddy Pimblett odds
According to DraftKings, the odds for former title challenger Chandler and rising contender Pimblett have opened up at -110 even.
How to watch Michael Chandler vs. Paddy Pimblett at UFC 314
When: Saturday, April 12, 2025
Where: Kaseya Center, Miami
Kaseya Center, Miami Broadcast/streaming: ESPN+ pay-per-view
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