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Chiesa vs. Magny Jan. 20 Main Event, Edwards/Chimaev To Be Rebooked

Michael Chiesa and Neil Magny will now headline UFC Fight Night 185 after the promotion made the decision to reschedule Leon Edwards vs. Khamzat Chimaev for the second time. It was reported Tuesday morning that Khamzat Chimaev was forced to withdraw fr…

Report: Michael Chiesa vs. Neil Magny Agreed For January 20

A ranked welterweight bout between Michael Chiesa and Neil Magny is in the works. That’s according to ESPN’s Brett Okamoto who reported Tuesday that it’s been agreed for the January 20 Fight Island card. That event, of course, is headlined by a welterweight bout between Leon Edwards and Khamzat Chimaev. Should anything happen to either […]

A ranked welterweight bout between Michael Chiesa and Neil Magny is in the works.

That’s according to ESPN’s Brett Okamoto who reported Tuesday that it’s been agreed for the January 20 Fight Island card. That event, of course, is headlined by a welterweight bout between Leon Edwards and Khamzat Chimaev.

Should anything happen to either competitor in the main event, one of Chiesa or Magny would seemingly fill in.

“Per sources, Michael Chiesa (@MikeMav22) vs. Neil Magny (@NeilMagny) has been agreed to for the Jan. 20 Fight Island card. One of these two could presumably serve as a backup to that Edwards/Chimaev main event.”

Per sources, Michael Chiesa (@MikeMav22) vs. Neil Magny (@NeilMagny) has been agreed to for the Jan. 20 Fight Island card. One of these two could presumably serve as a backup to that Edwards/Chimaev main event. pic.twitter.com/XHYGq3jsQX

— Brett Okamoto (@bokamotoESPN) December 22, 2020

Chiesa is undefeated since moving up to welterweight in 2018. He is currently on a three-fight winning streak which includes wins over Carlos Condit, Diego Sanchez and Rafael dos Anjos. Following his win over Dos Anjos, Chiesa called for a fight with Colby Covington.

However, he will have to make do with the red-hot Magny who is also on a three-fight winning streak. The 33-year-old is coming off impressive unanimous decision victories over the likes of Li Jingliang, Anthony Rocco Martin and former champion Robbie Lawler.

The winner will likely find themselves on the brink of title contention.

Who do you have winning this contest?

Michael Chiesa vs. Neil Magny Set For Jan. 20 UFC Fight Night Event

Another bout between two ranked welterweights has been added to the January 20 Fight Night card when Michael Chiesa battles Neil Magny. As reported by ESPN, fans will be treated to a very high-level welterweight scrap when Michael Chiesa (#8) takes on …

Michael Chiesa Explains Why Taking Khamzat Chimaev Fight Isn’t A Smart Move

Michael Chiesa believes fighting Khamzat Chimaev right now isn’t a smart move for a lot of welterweight contenders. Ever since July, Chimaev has been the talk of the town with three dominant wins and now Dana White has said his next fight will be…

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Michael Chiesa: Khamzat Chimaev Is Legit But Not Smart Business For Ranked Welterweights

Michael Chiesa understands why so many ranked fighters do not want to face Khamzat Chiamev. Chimaev has enjoyed a meteoric rise since debuting for the promotion in July and is currently 3-0 with dominant victories in each of his outings. His next goal is a ranked opponent, however, many fighters such as Stephen Thompson haven’t […]

Michael Chiesa understands why so many ranked fighters do not want to face Khamzat Chiamev.

Chimaev has enjoyed a meteoric rise since debuting for the promotion in July and is currently 3-0 with dominant victories in each of his outings. His next goal is a ranked opponent, however, many fighters such as Stephen Thompson haven’t been receptive to the idea of fighting him, especially given that he is unranked at the moment.

While that has led to some observers claiming fighters are scared of the threat of Chimaev, Chiesa understands why so many are hesitant to face him. And it’s certainly not because they’re scared.

“Khamzat, from what I’ve seen, the guy is legit,” Chiesa said during media day on Wednesday. “… But you can see things from Wonderboy’s side too. He’s earned his spot, he’s put his time in, he’s fought for the title a few times. … Khamzat’s a tough fight for pretty much anybody at 170 pounds. Doesn’t mean he’s not beatable.”

Chiesa — who has been called out by Chimaev as well — went on to add that it’s all about timing and doing smart business.

“You’ve got to think about it like this,” Chiesa said. “He beats a guy, like a veteran – let’s say, hypothetically, he beats a ‘Wonderboy.’ Now, it’s lucrative. Now, it’s like, ‘hell yeah.’ Now, he’s proven he’s the real thing. … He beats me, he takes my spot. If I beat him, they’re like, ‘oh, it’s a flash in the pan.’ You know what I mean? I probably don’t move up the rankings either.

“It’s like, dude, I’m trying to fight for a world title. You’ve got to do smart business. … But the guy is legit. I respect his skills. I just don’t know if that’s the fight I want right now. He beats a guy and gets ranked? That’s a different story. I can see why all these guys don’t want to fight him. It’s not that they’re (scared). There’s not a guy on the roster that’s afraid of anybody. When someone says, ‘this Joe Schmo is afraid of John Smith?’ Like f*ck no. … This is also a business. You’ve got to do smart business.”

As for a return to action, Chiesa is targeting early 2021 after having a not-so-ideal surgery in July. And he is only looking ahead of himself in the rankings having last beaten Rafael dos Anjos back in January.

“The surgery did not go good,” Chiesa added. “I was on crutches for two months. I haven’t had sparring yet. Just in the last month, I’ve been able to get back rolling and stuff. I’m stilling have some issues but I’d like to think by January I could get in there.

“When you look at the landscape of the division, I’ve got to be on point for whoever I fight next. I’m looking ahead of me. I think I’m going to get a guy ahead of me by the way things are looking. I’ve got to be ready. I’ve got to be on point, 100 percent. That’s the main focus. It’s being healthy.”

What do you think of Chiesa’s comments?

Michael Chiesa Open To Edwards Fight, Admits ‘Wonderboy’ Makes More Sense

Welterweight contender Michael Chiesa is one of a few men willing to fight Leon Edwards but even he admits a fight against Stephen ‘Wonderboy’ Thompson is preferable. Chiesa has been sidelined since beating the former lightweight champion, Rafael Dos Anjos earlier this year. ‘Maverick’ underwent surgery in July and is now aiming to fight in […]

Welterweight contender Michael Chiesa is one of a few men willing to fight Leon Edwards but even he admits a fight against Stephen ‘Wonderboy’ Thompson is preferable.

Chiesa has been sidelined since beating the former lightweight champion, Rafael Dos Anjos earlier this year. ‘Maverick’ underwent surgery in July and is now aiming to fight in December or January – potentially against the avoided Englishman, Edwards.

“I don’t think Leon’s gonna get the title shot next,” Chiesa told Submission Radio. “I think they’re gonna make him fight someone else. And that’s a fight – look, I don’t even ask for Leon, because I feel it’s out of line. He won eight fights in a row, he should be fighting for the title, you know what I mean? I’ve only won three in a row. But that’s a guy I would welcome a fight with. I’m really gunning for the top of the heap. I want to fight guys ranked ahead of me. I’ve been in the UFC for almost nine years. I’ve fought prospects, I’ve fought veterans, I’ve fought former champions. I’ve fought first-ballot hall of famers. I’ve fought a laundry list. Every type of person in any position in the fight game, I have fought. So, I’m really aiming ahead. So, if Leon Edwards is the fight, I welcome it. I like that fight a lot.”

The #8 ranked welterweight admits a fight against #3 Edwards would not necessarily make the most sense and for that reason he sent a reluctant call out the NMF in the game and #6 ranked Stephen Thompson.

“I feel like, and I hate saying it cause he’s so damn nice, he’s the nicest guy in the sport, and you guys probably know who I’m going to say. This dude, he’s an awesome guy. If we’re talking about one of the most genuinely nicest guys in the sport, one of the true good guys in the sport, Stephen Wonderboy Thompson,” Chiesa said. “I think that’s a fight that really makes sense. Like I said, I’m lobbying for the guys ahead of me. I think that’s a fight that makes sense. And he’s a hell of a guy. This isn’t some callout, something out of disrespect. I’m just talking from a sensible standpoint. I think Wonderboy makes sense.”

Do you want to see Michael Chiesa matched up against Leon Edwards, Stephen Thompson or someone else next?