The professional MMA career of Michael Chiesa ended in front of family and friends in Seattle, needing just over a minute to score a submission win and end his career victoriously.
Price attempted to get the upper hand early, scoring a takedown on Chiesa in the opening minute. Chiesa, however, managed to reverse things and got to Price’s back quickly.
After a little struggle, Chiesa locked up a rear-naked choke and scored the tap in just 62 seconds.
Michael Chiesa Retires After Submitting Niko Price In Hometown At UFC Seattle
Chiesa has stepped in the Octagon from time to time while being a color commentator and studio analyst for UFC broadcasts. He ends his career on a four-fight win streak.
Price, who took this fight on short notice, also retired following this fight. He lost four straight and six of his last seven.
