Michael Chiesa is on the cusp of UFC title contendership at welterweight, and he has his sights set on a matchup against one of the division’s top names. And that means the recent callout by rising prospect Geoff Neal is one that “Maverick” would respectfully decline. Chiesa (17-4 MMA, 10-4 UFC) thinks his lengthy UFC tenure, coupled with his performances to date, warrant a crack at the division’s best in his next fight rather than a tricky matchup against a hard-hitting up-and-comer. “I keep hearing about Geoff, and that’s fine, you know what I mean?
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Michael Chiesa respects Geoff Neal’s callout, but he’s aiming higher at welterweight – MMA Junkie