Michael Chiesa ended his professional MMA career in Seattle with a fast, decisive submission victory. He tapped his opponent just 62 seconds into the fight and left the sport on a high note in front of family and friends.
Fight recap
The fight started with Price getting an early takedown in the opening minute. Chiesa quickly changed the momentum. He reversed the position and moved to Price’s back shortly after.
After a short scramble, Chiesa secured a rear-naked choke. Price tapped out at 62 seconds, giving Chiesa the win by submission.
What this means for both fighters
Chiesa has mixed fighting with broadcasting duties in recent years. He has filled roles as a color commentator and studio analyst for UFC broadcasts while still stepping into the Octagon from time to time.
This victory allowed Chiesa to leave active competition on a four-fight win streak. The quick finish gave him a clear and memorable final fight in front of friends and family.
Price took this fight on short notice. He announced his retirement after the loss. Price has lost four straight fights and six of his last seven bouts.
Official result
The fight ended by submission at 62 seconds with a rear-naked choke. Both fighters retired after the bout.
| Fighter | Recent Result |
|---|---|
| Michael Chiesa | Submission win (rear-naked choke) — 62 seconds; retired |
| Price | Loss (tapped to rear-naked choke) — retired; four straight losses, six of last seven |
Chiesa leaves the sport with a clear final moment — a quick, technical finish that capped off his return runs inside the Octagon and his work as a broadcaster. Price departs the sport after a difficult stretch and a short-notice challenge in Seattle.
