Dominick Cruz Retires From MMA After Injury Ends Final Fight Plans

The former two-time UFC bantamweight champion announced his retirement following a second shoulder dislocation in eight months.

Dominick Cruz, widely regarded as one of the greatest bantamweight fighters in MMA history, has officially retired at age 39.
Cruz was forced to withdraw from his planned retirement fight against Rob Font on February 22 due to a complicated shoulder injury sustained during training.
Throughout his career, Cruz faced numerous injury setbacks, including ACL tears, groin injuries, and a broken arm, which sidelined him for extended periods.
Cruz retires with a professional record of 24-4, earning accolades for his unique movement, tactical brilliance, and victories over top fighters like Demetrious Johnson and Urijah Faber.
In addition to his fighting career, Cruz has made significant contributions as a UFC commentator and analyst, a role he continues to hold post-retirement.