Chris Weidman Announces His Retirement From UFC

Chris Weidman calls it a career.

Chris Weidman has not had a fight since he lost to Eryk Anders at UFC 310 on December 7th. This marked his second fight in 2024, as he defeated Bruno Silva via decision at UFC Fight Night: Blanchfield vs. Fiorot on March 30th.

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During the UFC 311 weigh-in show, Chris Weidman announced his retirement from UFC.

“Since I decided to get into this sport, since 2009, the goal was to be a UFC fighter. Then immediately the goal was to become a UFC World Champion. 14 years later, I’m here to tell you guys I’m hanging up the gloves in the UFC. I am no longer going to be fighting for the organization that changed my life in so many ways. I’m just appreciative to everybody who got me here,” Weidman said.

Weidman retires with a record of 16-8-0. He is a former UFC Middleweight Champion, and he successfully defended the title three times. He won the Fight of the Night award three times. Weidman was sidelined for two years after he suffered a compound fracture of his right tibia and fibula at UFC 261. He returned and lost to Brad Tavares via unanimous decision at UFC 292.

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After a storied career in the UFC, former middleweight champion Chris Weidman has announced his retirement from the sport. Weidman made the announcement on social media, thanking his fans, coaches, and teammates for their support throughout his career.

Weidman, 37, made his UFC debut in 2011 and quickly rose through the ranks to become the middleweight champion in 2013. He famously dethroned long-reigning champion Anderson Silva with a knockout victory, solidifying his place as one of the top fighters in the division.

Throughout his career, Weidman faced some of the toughest competitors in the UFC, including Luke Rockhold, Ronaldo Souza, and Yoel Romero. Despite facing setbacks and injuries, Weidman always showed resilience and determination in the octagon.

In his retirement announcement, Weidman expressed gratitude for the opportunities he had in the UFC and the memories he made along the way. He also mentioned his plans to stay involved in the sport through coaching and mentoring younger fighters.

Fans and fellow fighters have taken to social media to congratulate Weidman on a successful career and wish him well in his future endeavors. Weidman leaves behind a lasting legacy in the UFC and will always be remembered as one of the greats in the sport.

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