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Dominic Cruz was meant to take on Rob Font in what was meant to be his final fight. However, the former WEC and UFC bantamweight champion has revealed that he is retiring from MMA.
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To the fans worldwide,
I have poured every ounce of myself into this sport for the last 25 years. I was really hopeful for one final fight but unfortunately, two shoulder dislocations in 8 months calls an end to this guy’s career.
I gave everything I had and put it into… pic.twitter.com/2X5fB6NXnZ
— Dominick Cruz (@DominickCruz) February 6, 2025
Cruz revealed a brutal injury led to his earlier-than-expected retirement, as he suffered a second shoulder dislocation. The UFC star and analyst revealed the news in a heartfelt message to fans on his X page. The post reads:
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“To the fans worldwide, I have poured every ounce of myself into this sport for the last 25 years. I was really hopeful for one final fight but unfortunately, two shoulder dislocations in 8 months calls an end to this guy’s career. I gave everything I had and put it into preparation and training for this fight —focusing on my cardio and my body for the past year. But sometimes, the body just doesn’t cooperate. The pain isn’t as bad now that my shoulder is back in place, but the second dislocation was far more complicated than the first. This sport has been everything to me—it’s helped to shape who I am.
Thank you to the @ufc for building this platform and paving the way for fighters like myself and so many others. The UFC broke barriers to set the stage not just for us as fighters. Also for every mma sports organization that followed them across the bridge created throughout politics in order to allow our sport to take place LEGALLY in the United States and now the world. I am incredibly grateful to everyone who booked tickets, hotels, and flights to support me. Thank you all for being there through every moment, every victory, and every challenge. You’ve made this journey unforgettable. Thank you for the love and support. I will carry it with me always. With love, Dominick”
Cruz revealed he was training very hard for what would have been his last fight, but his body did not work with him. He also shared images of being in the hospital, including one that looked as though he was in a ton of pain.
With Cruz now bowing out of competition for good, he leaves behind a legacy of a 24-4-0 record, 10 title fights, and a plethora of incredible fights.
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