Ep 6. Michael Chandler vs. Eddie Alvarez II Full Fight
- November 2, 2013
Michael Chandler and Eddie Alvarez faced each other once again in the cage for the lightweight title in Bellator Fighting Championships season 9 episode 6. The excitement was palpable as these two fighters met for the second time, after their first match was regarded as one of the greatest fights in Bellator history.
The two fighters are evenly matched and the stakes were high. Chandler entered the fight with a 12-0 record in Bellator, and Alvarez, who won multiple championships in both Bellator and UFC, was looking to add another title to his already impressive record.
From the start, Chandler dominated the cage, showing superior footwork and grappling skills. He landed several powerful strikes, taking early control of the fight. Alvarez was quick to counter, but Chandler managed to keep his guard high, thwarting most of Alvarez’s attempts.
As the first round progressed, Chandler kept up the pressure, taking down Alvarez, and landing some heavy blows. Alvarez, however, was resilient, he fought back and landed some powerful strikes of his own. He managed to get back to his feet and the two fighters continued to exchange blows.
The second round proved to be even more intense, with Chandler showing no signs of fatigue. He relentlessly attacked Alvarez with strong kicks and punches, and Alvarez struggled to counter effectively. Chandler managed to get Alvarez into a lock, but Alvarez broke free and landed some powerful jabs to Chandler’s face.
In the third round, Alvarez attempted to turn the tide, and came at Chandler aggressively. He landed several left hooks, and even took Chandler down for a brief moment. But Chandler was quick to regain control, and the fight went back and forth with both fighters landing some heavy blows.
In the fourth round, Chandler ramped up the pressure once again, pummeling Alvarez with a relentless barrage of punches and kicks. Alvarez was quickly becoming fatigued, and Chandler took advantage of it. He managed to get Alvarez into a lock, and the referees stepped in to end the fight, declaring Chandler the winner by TKO.
The fight was a true spectacle, and showcased why Bellator is one of the leading MMA organizations in the world. Michael Chandler and Eddie Alvarez put on a show, proving that neither fighter was willing to give up the fight easily.
With Chandler's victory, he successfully defended his lightweight title, and cemented his status as one of the best fighters in Bellator history. Alvarez, while disappointed, can hold his head high as he fought valiantly and proved that he is still a force to be reckoned with.
