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Miesha Tate Signals UFC Exit, Says One Fight Remains as She Leans Toward Retirement

She cites a brutal post-surgery rehab after an 18‑month layoff in explaining her uncertainty.

Overview

  • Tate said on the Jaxxon Podcast that she has one bout left on her UFC deal, would not compete beyond that, and is not looking to re-sign.
  • She added she is leaning toward not taking another fight, leaving open the possibility that she may be effectively done competing in MMA.
  • Tate ruled out a move to professional boxing, saying she has no interest in taking that path after the UFC.
  • She expressed interest in grappling events, mentioning potential appearances under the UFC BJJ banner.
  • The 39-year-old former bantamweight champion is coming off a unanimous decision loss to Yana Santos at UFC Des Moines after returning from reconstructive surgery on two torn ligaments.