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UFC veteran Darren Elkins ended his 16-year run with a 35-second KO loss to Yadier del Valle at UFC Vegas 120, marking his 31st UFC appearance and final bout. In a tearful post-fight press conference, Elkins said the ending wasn’t what he wanted but expressed pride in his career, gratitude for his health and family, and the sense that he’d had a happy ride with many memorable moments and friends.
Veteran UFC featherweight Darren Elkins announced his retirement after being knocked out in 35 seconds by Yadier del Valle at UFC Vegas 120, closing a 31-fight UFC career that included bouts with top contenders such as Charles Oliveira, Alexander Volkanovski and Chad Mendes.
Darren Elkins revealed his retirement after his UFC Vegas 120 bout against Yadier del Valle, describing it as his “last dance” and citing accumulated injuries from 30 UFC appearances. He plans to lay his gloves down in the octagon rather than retire on social media, expressed gratitude for a long career, and ruled out a move to bare-knuckle boxing with BKFC, joking that he’d probably die there. He’s open to non-punching competition but is prioritizing his family and life after fighting.