Michael Chiesa - News & Rumors - UFC

Storybook ending complete Chiesa defeated Niko Price via submission (rear-naked choke) at 1:03 of Round 3 at UFC Fight Night on Saturday in Seattle.

Impact Competing in his native Washington, Chiesa announced long ago this would be a retirement bout. His originally scheduled opponent Carlston Harris withdrew a little over a week ago and Price agreed to step in. Chiesa predictably ended up having zero issues as a -900 favorite. It's fitting that Mike, who made a career racking up submission wins, did so in dominant fashion in his final fight. The 38-year-old deserves a ton of credit for willingly stepping aside in the middle of a four-fight winning streak. Names Chiesa defeated during the course of his UFC run include Tony Ferguson, Neil Magny, Rafael dos Anjos, Diego Sanchez, Jim Miller, Carlos Condit, and Beneil Dariush. It was a terrific career for a guy who somehow never managed even a single knockout victory.

MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE

New opponent announced Chiesa will now fight Niko Price in a welterweight matchup at UFC Seattle on March 28, Marcel Dorff of Eurosport.nl reports.

Impact Chiesa was thought to be near the end of the line in 2023, but the UFC has been careful with who it has matched the veteran up against, and Chiesa has paid the company back with three straight victories. While he loses his original opponent for this card, Chiesa still has a great chance to go out on top against Price, who is 1-5 in his past five fights. Chiesa will undoubtedly look to exploit the poor, 50-percent takedown defense of Price, so he can get this to the mat where he feels most at home.

MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE

Will get new opponent Chiesa will get a new fighter after Carlston Davis was ruled out of UFC Seattle on Mar. 28, Nolan King of USA Today reports.

Impact Chiesa's retirement fight was scheduled to be with Carlston Davis, but has since been ruled out after reported issues with his visa. More news should surface in the coming days regarding who the new challenger will be.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Fighting Harris in Seattle Chiesa will fight Carlston Harris at UFC Seattle on March 28, Marcel Dorff of Eurosport.nl reports.

Impact A win over Court McGee in June marked three in a row for Chiesa, and he'll now look to keep things rolling against Harris, who has dropped back-to-back fights.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

UFC analyst points out "little chink in the armour" of 'The Fighting Nerds' team in light of Jean Silva losing to Diego Lopes UFC analyst Michael Chiesa recently shared his thoughts on 'The Fighting Nerds' team in light of Jean Silva losing to Diego Lopes last weeke...

SEPTEMBER 19, 2025 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

UFC on ESPN 69: Michael Chiesa post-fight interview UFC on ESPN 69 winner Michael Chiesa talks to MMA Junkie and other reporters post-fight after his decision victory over Court McGee in Atlan...

JUNE 15, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

Wins battle of grizzled veterans Chiesa defeated Court McGee via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 29-28) at UFC Fight Night on Saturday in Atlanta.

Impact Chiesa struggles in anything other than a grinding mat battle at this stage of his career, but he managed to get his striking going a bit against a 40-year-old opponent in McGee. In fact, Chiesa's 72 significant strikes landed this evening were his most in 21 UFC bouts. None of them damaged Court in the least, but given the fact he absorbed no damage at all, Mike was able to win an easy decision. Set to turn 38 years of age in December, Chiesa has won three in a row dating back to August 2024. That said, it's mostly smoke and mirrors. The winning ways aren't going to continue unless the company continues to remain cautious regarding the level of competition they match him up against moving forward.

JUNE 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Michael Chiesa chasing Demian Maia's record at UFC Atlanta Michael Chiesa hopes to secure another rear-naked choke submission at UFC on ESPN 69.

JUNE 12, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

Michael Chiesa issues definitive prediction for Ilia Topuria vs. Charles Oliveira at UFC 317: "He really shined as a grappler" UFC welterweight Michael Chiesa recently shared his perspective on the upcoming lightweight title fight.

MAY 28, 2025 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Next opponent scheduled Chiesa will fight Court McGee in a welterweight fight at UFC Atlanta on June 14, Marcel Dorff of Eurosport.nl reports.

Impact Chiesa is coming off a victory over Max Griffin via submission back during UFC 10 in Las Vegas. Maverick will now face a new opponent in Court McGee, who is also coming off victory. Michael will look to improve on his 20-7-0 record .

APRIL 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Michael Chiesa admits it's hard to say if Colby Covington fight happens: 'He's no-selling me' Michael Chiesa still wants to fight Colby Covington, but isn’t sure the interest is reciprocated.

MARCH 27, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

Michael Chiesa touts former foe Sean Brady's 'mutant-like strength' after Leon Edwards finish Michael Chiesa verifies Sean Brady’s strength is different after their UFC fight, and thinks Leon Edwards should’ve known better.

MARCH 26, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

Michael Chiesa on Leon Edwards: 'Sometimes the people that are the most skilled go for it the least' Michael Chiesa thinks Leon Edwards’ well-rounded skillset plays to his detriment.

JANUARY 3, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Randy Brown reveals DM callout to Michael Chiesa, explains why fight 'makes the most sense' Apparently, Randy Brown has been left on read by UFC-ranked Michael Chiesa.

DECEMBER 27, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Kevin Holland: Michael Chiesa should retire and focus on commentary after UFC 291 loss Kevin Holland advises Michael Chiesa to quit fighting and focus on his commentating career after his UFC 291 submission loss.

JULY 30, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

Michael Chiesa sheds light on future after UFC 291 loss to Kevin Holland At UFC 291, Michael Chiesa removed his gloves in the cage, but he never set them down. Hours later, he clarified his future plans.

JULY 30, 2023 • USATODAY.COM

UFC 291 results: Kevin Holland displays wrestling defense, D'Arce chokes Michael Chiesa in opening minutes It appears Kevin Holland was telling the truth when he told everyone before UFC 291 he’d been focusing intently on his wrestling.

JULY 30, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

UFC 291's Michael Chiesa on how Daniel Cormier advised him against back surgery At his return after a long layoff at UFC 291, Michael Chiesa said he took Daniel Cormier’s advice and opted against back surgery.

JULY 27, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Michael Chiesa reveals he secretly tried to pull a Kevin Holland, asked for Bo Nickal at UFC 290 Ahead of UFC 291, Michael Chiesa reveals he secretly messaged Dana White looking to fight Bo Nickal on short-notice at UFC 290.

JULY 26, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

JULY 26, 2023 • SACBEE.COM

Kevin Holland 'really didn't like' Michael Chiesa at first, but things changed before UFC 291 Kevin Holland says he’s cool with Michael Chiesa heading into UFC 291 – but he’s gonna knock him out.

JULY 26, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

UFC 291 adds Michael Chiesa vs. Kevin Holland The UFC is headed back to Salt Lake City with a card expected to include Michael Chiesa vs. Kevin Holland.

MAY 16, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

UFC 291 adds Michael Chiesa vs. Kevin Holland The UFC is headed back to Salt Lake City with a card expected to include Michael Chiesa vs. Kevin Holland.

MAY 16, 2023 • SACBEE.COM

Michael Chiesa announces he's off UFC 287 after replacement options fizzle UFC 287 won’t feature Michael Chiesa, who was removed from the card after replacement options for Li Jingliang fizzled.

APRIL 3, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Li Jingliang out of UFC 287 fight vs. Michael Chiesa due to injury Li Jingliang has suffered an injury and is out of his UFC 287 bout vs. Michael Chiesa.

MARCH 27, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

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