Dana White explains why Tony Ferguson’s rival was Charles Oliveira and not Michael Chandler

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UFC President Dana White explained why Brazilian Charles Oliveira became the rival of American Tony Ferguson, and not compatriot Michael Chandler, as was supposed.

“Michael had just finished the weight race ahead of the Abu Dhabi tournament, so he couldn’t have been ready for December. You know how everything works and how we organize fights. We will continue to work with Chandler, but I can’t say anything concrete yet, ”White said.

Also Dana White does not exclude the possibility that Chandler may meet with American Justin Gaethje or New Zealander Dan Hooker.

“Obviously, these two guys are now left unused. But at the moment it is too early to talk about anything. I don’t know how it will turn out, ”added White.

Recall that Tony Ferguson and Charles Oliveira will fight in the framework of the UFC 256 tournament, which will take place on December 12 at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA.

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