Kevin Lee thinks the UFC is being strategic by placing the newly signed Michael Chandler as a backup for the UFC 254 main event. After testing free agency, Chandler (21-5 MMA, 0-0 UFC), a former three-time Bellator lightweight champion, opted to sign with the UFC. Dana White made the announcement Thursday on “SportsCenter” that not only has Chandler signed with the UFC, but he will serve as a backup and potential replacement for the UFC 254 main event between lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov (28-0 MMA, 12-0 UFC) and interim champ Justin Gaethje (22-2 MMA, 5-2 UFC) on Oct. 24.
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