Michael Chandler ceased to be champion at Bellator 180. Not because Brent Primus fought well to win the title. But because a few seconds after starting, he injured his ankle to the point where the doctors did not allow him to continue.
For that reason, everything seems to indicate that there will be an immediate rematch between both when the former champion recovers. Something that the new champion agreed to in the octagon itself, celebrating the victory, but knowing that he should not have won like that.
These days Chandler has been talking to MMA Fighting about what happened, stating that he believes he is still the champion. It is not clear if he will need surgery, but he is determined to have the opportunity to win the title again.
On the other hand, Primus affirmed during the press conference after the event that he believes he caused the injury, so he won deservedly.
I injured him, I feel like I won the fight. I've been practicing that kick for a long time. A kick can end a fight as much as a punch. I know Michael Chandler is the people's champion. He has been the face of Bellator MMA for a long time.
Source: MMA Junkie