The Genuinely Interested Podcast Ep 41 - Michael Chiesa - UFC Gold
Michael is a top ten welterweight fighter in the top MMA organization in the world - the UFC.
After a loss to Anthony Pettis (also a former world champ) and a tough weight cut in 2018, Michael made the wise decision to go up to 170 where he has since flourished. In his last fight, Michael fought and beat RDA who is a former world champion - which gave him a three-fight win streak and declared him a serious contender in the 170 division.
Mike has been in the UFC since 2012 and has fought some of the best (and toughest) guys in the world.
Mike and I discussed some of his past fights - with a hilarious story about poop that you have to hear! We also talked about his fighting style, why he chooses not to shit talk his opponents, being authentic, and why, through that authenticity, he has been embraced by fans more than he ever has.
I felt like Michael was really open and honest during our conversation and it made for a really easy and interesting podcast.
Enjoy the episode.
My Take - Going up a weight class has benefited Michael tremendously and I do believe that other fighters who struggle to make weight in their respective will start to make the transition up avoiding dangerous weight cuts.
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