Best fights of Michael Chiesa
Over 15 years as a professional, Michael Chiesa has compiled a 20-7 (13) record, including one title fight across two weight classes. Here are his best fights.
1. Michael Chiesa submits Jim Miller
On December 10, 2015 Michael Chiesa faced Jim Miller in a lightweight bout. Chiesa was 28 years old with a record of 10-2, and Miller was 32 with a record of 25-6. Both Chiesa and Miller were coming off a win. Chiesa submitted Jim Miller via rear-naked choke in the 2nd round.
2. Michael Chiesa defeats Neil Magny
On January 20, 2021 Michael Chiesa faced Neil Magny in a welterweight bout. Chiesa was 33 years old with a record of 15-4, and Magny was 33 with a record of 24-7. Both Chiesa and Magny were on a 3-fight winning streak. Chiesa won via unanimous decision.
3. Michael Chiesa defeats Rafael dos Anjos
On January 25, 2020 Michael Chiesa faced Rafael dos Anjos in a welterweight bout. Chiesa was 32 years old with a record of 14-4, and Anjos was 35 with a record of 29-12. Chiesa was on a 2-fight winning streak, while Anjos was coming off a loss. Chiesa won via unanimous decision.
4. Michael Chiesa defeats Diego Sanchez
On July 6, 2019 Michael Chiesa faced Diego Sanchez in a welterweight bout. Chiesa was 31 years old with a record of 13-4, and Sanchez was 37 with a record of 29-11. Chiesa was coming off a win and Sanchez was on a 2-fight winning streak. Chiesa won via unanimous decision.
5. Michael Chiesa submits Beneil Dariush
On April 16, 2016 Michael Chiesa faced Beneil Dariush in a lightweight bout. Chiesa was 28 years old with a record of 11-2, and Dariush was 26 with a record of 12-1. Chiesa was on a 2-fight winning streak and Dariush was on a 5-fight winning streak. Chiesa submitted Beneil Dariush via rear-naked choke in the 2nd round.