Elkins Announces Retirement After Final UFC Fight at Vegas 120, Rejects BKFC
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.