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Why is Brock Lesnar no longer in the UFC?

Why is Brock Lesnar no longer in the UFC?

Brock Lesnar says he is done with the UFC and won’t be changing his mind. The 44-year-old is a former UFC heavyweight champion, but hasn’t fought since defeating Mark Hunt at UFC 200. That result was later overturned after Lesnar tested positive for clomiphene.

How many fights Brock Lesnar UFC?

He may have only had eight fights in the Octagon during his UFC career, but Lesnar’s fighting career saw many great moments. Let’s take a look at some of those unforgettable moments.

Is Brock Lesnar coming back UFC?

Brock Lesnar isn’t planning a return to Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). That’s something he’s made quite clear several times over the years since his last fight at UFC 200 in 2016, a decision win over Mark Hunt (that was later turned into a No Contest after Lesnar tested positive for the PED clomiphene).

Is Brock Lesnar done with MMA?

The former UFC heavyweight champion, who is currently signed to World Wrestling Entertaining, declared recently that he is officially done with mixed martial arts after he nearly returned to the octagon back in 2019 for a showdown with Daniel Cormier.

Who has beaten Brock Lesnar UFC?

Cain Velasquez
Brock Lesnar did not survive the first round of Saturday night’s UFC Heavyweight championship bout against undefeated challenger Cain Velasquez.

Does the UFC really need Brock Lesnar?

When it comes down to it, one of the big reasons for Brock Lesnar returning to UFC would certainly be financial. If Brock was to appear in the octagon again, he would be earning a huge lump sum as that is the only thing that would persuade him. A mega-money deal would certainly interest Brock Lesnar as this is a business at the end of the day.

How many fights has Brock Lesnar been in in UFC?

Since his debut, Lesnar has gone on to fight a total of 8 more times in the UFC. His UFC record stands at 4-3-0 with 1 no contest. Lesnar won the UFC Heavyweight Championship defeating Randy Couture on November 15, 2008 at UFC 91: Couture vs Lesnar.

Does Brock Lesnar go back to the UFC?

“Brock Lesnar is not going back to the UFC or to any fight organizations. He’s going to re-sign with the WWE and use free agency for leverage in negotiations. He doesn’t want to fight anymore,” Barnett tweeted Tuesday, Sept. 1.

Will Brock Lesnar make an UFC comeback?

Brock Lesnar is reportedly in talks but with multiple outlets suggesting that Lesnar is close to a return ahead of SummerSlam, he will likely be the first ‘big name’ to make a comeback.