Bellator picks up Strikeforce prospect Mike Chandler, debuts at Bellator 31

Former Strikeforce fighter Mike Chandler has signed a multi-fight deal with Bellator Fighting Championships and makes his promotional debut at the Sept. 30 Bellator 31 event, officials recently announced.

An opponent has not been determined for the l…

Former Strikeforce fighter Mike Chandler has signed a multi-fight deal with Bellator Fighting Championships and makes his promotional debut at the Sept. 30 Bellator 31 event, officials recently announced.

An opponent has not been determined for the lightweight fighter.

Chandler, a former University of Missouri wrestler, moved to 3-0 after using a cage-ratting slam and rear-naked choke to stop Sal Woods at a May Strikeforce show.