Story byPhoto by Cooper Neill/Zuffa LLCJamie TheodosiThu, January 29, 2026 at 11:53 AM UTC·2 min readMichael Chiesa has hinted that his fight at UFC Seattle on March 28 could be the last time he steps into the Octagon. The event, set for the Climate Pledge Arena, will see former middleweight champion Israel Adesanya take on Bo Nickal in the main event. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementChiesa, who faces Carlston Harris, hasn’t fought since June of last year. He heads into this bout having won three straight fights after previously losing three in a row, showing he still has something to offer. But even with those recent wins, the 38-year-old hinted this might be his last appearance inside the Octagon. Speaking with UFC. com, Chiesa explained that retirement has been on his mind:Michael Chiesa on why UFC Seattle feels like the right moment to step awayPhoto by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLCChiesa has been a part of the UFC scene since 2012, signing on after winning The Ultimate Fighter.