Dominick Cruz, one of the most iconic fighters in mixed martial arts has announced his retirement from active competition. This has brought an end to a storied career which has spanned nearly two decades. Cruz is known for his unorthodox footwork and his elusive style, Dominick Cruz earned the nickname “The Dominator” for his dominance in the bantamweight division inside the UFC.
Dominick Cruz Retirement
Dominick Cruz first made a name for himself back in 2008. Cruz captured the WEC bantamweight title before moving to the UFC in 2011. He reigned as UFC bantamweight champion from 2010 to 2014, later regaining the title in 2016. Known for his high-flying, tactical striking and defence, Cruz stood out in the division. His cerebral approach allowed him to constantly adjust and stay ahead of his opponents.
Despite suffering a series of devasting injuries throughout his career, including multiple ACL tears that kept him out of action for years at a time. However, Dominick Crux always bounced back, proving his resilience and love for the sport. He would go on to defeat top fighters like Urijah Faber, Demetrious Johnson and TJ Dillashaw, solidifying his legacy.
In retirement, Dominick Cruz is leaving behind a tremendous influence on the bantamweight division. His analytical insight has also seen him transition seamlessly into commentary, providing expert analysis for the UFC. Dominick Cruz’s impact on the sport will continue to be felt for years to come.
Cruz Pulls Out From Retirement Fight
UFC Seattle, set for February 22nd, will be headlined by an exciting bantamweight clash between Olympic gold medallist and former two-division UFC Champion Henry Cejudo and the number 8-ranked contender Song Yadong.
The event features a stacked UFC Fight Night card, with numerous ranked fighters and key matchups. However, the anticipated co-main event between Dominick Cruz and Rob Font has reportedly been scrapped due to Cruz sustaining an injury.
First reported by Cageside Press, the news of Dominick Cruz’s withdrawal from UFC Seattle adds to the series of setbacks the former two-time bantamweight champion has faced throughout his career, which has been marred by long injury-induced breaks.
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