Beneil Dariush vs Michael Chiesa

Both fighters entered with identical experience levels (8 fights each). On this fight, close to zero experience-based adjustments were applied.

This was not a title fight, so both fighters received standard ELO adjustments. However, since ELO is a relative system, victories over former champions can have an indirect impact, and Title Fight ELO can differ from Basic ELO.

Michael Chiesa earned a finish with a Submission in round 2 at 1:20, earning finishing bonuses for the submission. Beneil Dariush was submitted.

Beneil Dariush controlled the striking through superior volume (27 vs 12 total strikes), significant strike advantage (27 vs 11), superior accuracy (50.9% vs 21.2%). However, since Beneil Dariush lost the overall fight, his striking superiority couldn't be converted into ELO bonuses. Michael Chiesa's positive striking ELO reflects the overall victory rather than striking dominance.

Michael Chiesa controlled Beneil Dariush on the ground with 1 takedown, 1:16 of control time, earning substantial ground ELO bonuses. The submission finish significantly amplified the grappling rewards.

Michael Chiesa demonstrated solid activity levels with 128 days since his last fight, earning a moderate activity bonus for consistent scheduling. As the winner, Michael Chiesa capitalized on this activity level, while Beneil Dariush's 252-day layoff didn't factor into the scoring since only winners receive activity bonuses.

Michael Chiesa extended his 3-fight win streak, earning a momentum bonus. Beneil Dariush is back at 0 with this loss.

This category provides the foundation ELO scoring without bonuses, except for exceptional multiple division champions.