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Michael Chandler: Dustin Poirier not wanting to fight me is a ‘little bit weird’

Michael Chandler can’t understand why Dustin Poirier doesn’t want to fight him following his ultra-impressive octagon debut against Dan Hooker at UFC 257.

Poirier declared himself the uncrowned lightweight champ following his upset TKO victory over Conor McGregor at UFC 257 and told ‘Iron’ Chandler to go fight Charles Oliveira next if he truly wants to earn his No. 1 spot in the rankings.

.@DustinPoirier isn't overly interested in facing Michael Chandler after his TKO win at #UFC257:

"He should fight Charles Oliveira… I'm the champ.