According to Brett Okamoto, Michael Chandler will finally make his UFC debut against Dan Hooker at UFC 257.
Official. Hooker (@danthehangma) vs. Chandler (@MikeChandlerMMA) is on for UFC 257 in Fight Island. A few last minute logistical hurdles needed to be cleared, but it’s now all set. 20 days away. Who you got? pic.twitter.com/y2WkXFcPHR
— Brett Okamoto (@bokamotoESPN) January 3, 2021
This would also back up what Dana White told the Schmo recently when White revealed the UFC was working on this matchup.
This fight will be co-main event to the rematch between Conor McGregor Vs Dustin Poirier.
Chandler has a record of 21 wins and 5 losses and this will be his first fight in the UFC and he’s coming off a win against former UFC fighter Benson Henderson at Bellator 243.
Hooker has a record of 20 wins and 9 losses and is coming off a loss against Dustin Poirier.
