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Ryan Hall's Shock UFC Comeback After 23 Surgeries
5 Jun
Summary
- Ryan Hall plans a UFC comeback after a nearly five-year absence.
- He underwent 23 surgeries, some major, over three years.
- Hall aims to inspire his seven-year-old son with his return.
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) submission expert Ryan Hall, also known as 'The Wizard,' is preparing for a return to competition. This marks his first appearance in the Octagon in over four years and five months. Hall recently shared that he had not trained for nearly three years due to undergoing 23 surgeries over a three-year span, some of which were necessitated by medical errors.
Hall expressed his desire to return not only for himself but also for his seven-year-old son, aiming to provide a different example. He feels he has the capability for one or two more high-level fights. Hall's UFC career, though short with six fights, included a win on The Ultimate Fighter, a submission victory over B.J. Penn, and a defeat of Gray Maynard. His previous inactivity was attributed to opponents in his division allegedly avoiding him.
The submission savant's sole UFC defeat was against Ilia Topuria. Hall's last fight was a victory over Darrick Minner, but he has not competed since. The featherweight division has evolved significantly during his absence, making his exact placement uncertain. With his career likely nearing its end after one or two more bouts, UFC could arrange engaging grappling matchups for him.
