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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.

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - DECEMBER 11: Dominick Cruz looks on before his bantamweight
 fight against Pedro Munhoz of Brazil during the UFC 269 event at T-Mobile Arena on December 11, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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Overview

  • 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.