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Garbrandt's Gloves Off: Retirement Hinted After KO Loss?
12 Jul
Summary
- Cody Garbrandt was knocked out by Adrian Yanez in the first round.
- Garbrandt removed his gloves post-fight, sparking retirement rumors.
- This loss marks Garbrandt's third defeat in his last four fights.
Former UFC bantamweight champion Cody Garbrandt may be considering retirement following a first-round knockout loss to Adrian Yanez at UFC 329. The fight, held at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, concluded just 2 minutes and 47 seconds into the opening round.
During the bout, both fighters exchanged significant blows. However, Yanez landed a decisive combination that dropped Garbrandt. After the fight, the 38-year-old Garbrandt took off his gloves, a gesture often associated with retirement, though it was not explicitly confirmed.
This defeat marks a challenging period for Garbrandt, as it is his third loss in his last four professional contests. Meanwhile, Yanez, 32, returned to the win column for the first time since March 2024, improving his UFC record.
