During the faceoff at UFC on ESPN 49 Chandler and Dumont had a heated confrontation backstage at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas.
During the faceoff at UFC on ESPN 49 Chandler and Dumont had a heated confrontation backstage at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. A video shows Dumont speaking passionately in Portuguese glaring at Chandler who responds by stepping forward. They exchange middle finger gestures before being separated by their respective teams. Chelsea Chandler and Norma Dumont are gearing up for what could be the final women’s featherweight bout in UFC history.
The cause of the animosity between the two featherweight fighters is not entirely clear. But the intensity was evident during their ceremonial faceoff moments before the backstage incident. The upcoming fight on the main card at the UFC Apex only adds fuel to the fire.
This matchup carries significance beyond their personal rivalry as it may mark the end of the women’s featherweight division in the UFC. The division has struggled to maintain a consistent roster of fighters casting doubt on its future.
Both Chandler and Dumont see this fight as an opportunity to make a statement. Chandler aims to build on her successful UFC debut and continue her winning streak. While Dumont is determined to bounce back from a recent loss and reclaim her dominance in the division.
The tension between Chandler and Dumont becomes palpable. Fans can anticipate a highly charged contest between two fiercely competitive athletes who are eager to prove themselves in the women’s featherweight division.
Chandler vs Dumont matchup will be remembered as a significant moment in UFC history potentially signaling the division’s end. The intense buildup surrounding their clash adds an extra layer of excitement to an already compelling fight.
Although the future of the division remains uncertain one thing is clear Chandler and Dumont are focused on delivering an unforgettable performance. Their actions inside the octagon will speak louder than any pre-fight altercations or animosity, leaving a lasting impact on the women’s featherweight division in the UFC.
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