Michael Chiesa to return against Li Jingliang at UFC 287

Michael Chiesa is set to face Li Jingliang at UFC 287 on April 8thThe UFC’s #12 ranked welterweight, Michael Chiesa is, gearing up for a return to action against the #15 ranked, Li Jingliang, at UFC 287 on April 8th.

It was on an episode of “UFC Live” that Chiesa disclosed his upcoming matchup with “The Leech,” in what will be his first bout since his decision loss to Sean Brady at UFC Vegas 43 on November 20, 2021.

Going into UFC 287, the 16-6 Chiesa will be trying to snap a two-fight losing skid, while the 19-8 Li will be looking to avoid one. Before the Brady fight, Chiesa was submitted with a D’arce in the first round by Vicente Luque, so another L here for “Maverick” would spell the…