Mauricio Ruffy and Michael Chandler took part in the official photo session ahead of UFC White House. Both fighters are scheduled to compete on the card.
Mauricio Ruffy and Michael Chandler joined the official media day photo session on June 10 ahead of UFC White House, with both fighters confirmed to compete on the June 14 card.
Ruffy, ranked 14th in the lightweight division, carries a 14-2 record into the event. The 30-year-old Brazilian, who trains out of The Fighting Nerds, stands five-foot-eleven with a 75-inch reach. He lands 4.19 significant strikes per minute at a striking accuracy of 58 percent, making him one of the sharper volume strikers in the division.
Chandler needs little introduction. The 40-year-old American known as "Iron" represents Kill Cliff FC and holds a career record of 23-11. He stands five-foot-eight with a 71-inch reach and brings consistent offensive output, landing 4.04 significant strikes per minute at 49 percent accuracy. He also adds a wrestling dimension, averaging 1.96 takedowns per 15 minutes.
Why it matters
- Ruffy sits at number 14 in the lightweight rankings, and a strong performance against a veteran like Chandler could push him toward the top ten.
- Chandler's combination of striking and takedown ability presents a distinct stylistic test for Ruffy, whose recorded takedown and submission numbers are minimal, suggesting a pure striking game.
- With both fighters operating as high-volume orthodox strikers, the matchup has the makings of a stand-and-trade encounter at lightweight.
Sunday, June 14, 2026
