Tony Ferguson breaks silence after brutal Michael Chandler KO at UFC 274

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Tony Ferguson has vowed he is just getting started despite suffering a brutal stoppage defeat by Michael Chandler at UFC 274.

The No.7-ranked lightweight contender made his return to the octagon after almost a year out against Chandler in Phoenix. But he was knocked out in brutal fashion by his rival, who left him out cold with an explosive kick which saw Ferguson defeated for the fourth consecutive outing.

Ferguson has now issued his first statement since the devastating loss, writing on Instagram : "Congratulations to Michael Chandler on his victory at UFC 274. Had lots of fun in there, you fans are f****** wild! I love this s***! Feels good to be back & hungry again. We were just getting started. Best of luck in your next fight champ. For the love of the game. -CSO-."

The pair exchanged heated verbal jabs throughout the build-up as they prepared for their crossroads clash. A hostile build-up translated into an all-action encounter with Chandler dropping his opponent in the opening round before suffering a nasty cut.

However he closed the show in spectacular style with a savage kick which caught Ferguson flush on the chin and sent him sprawling to the canvas. Ferguson was helped to his feet and promptly taken to hospital as a precaution.

After receiving medical check-ups, he was subsequently released with his opponent saluting his victory during post-fight interview. "We don't really train that much, it just happened," said Chandler. "He's so long but he