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Gerald Meershaert on UFC retirement: ‘I can’t think of a better job’

After 60 pro cage fights, Gerald Meershaert is retiring from the UFC. The 38-year-old Meershaert lost to Julius Walker at UFC Fight Night: Allen vs. Duncan last night, his sixth loss in a row in the UFC. That was enough…

By Ryan Harkness · Yahoo

Published: Sunday, 11 October 2026 at 8:00 PM

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Gerald Meerschaert announced his retirement from the UFC following a second-round TKO loss to Julius Walker.
The 38-year-old veteran concluded a 60-fight professional mixed martial arts career at UFC Vegas 122.
Meerschaert removed his gloves in the Octagon and confirmed his decision to UFC commentator Michael Bisping.

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Longtime UFC veteran Gerald Meerschaert announced his retirement from mixed martial arts following a second-round TKO loss to Julius Walker at UFC Vegas 122. After the featured preliminary bout, the 38-year-old fighter removed his gloves inside the Octagon and confirmed his retirement to commentator Michael Bisping.

The bout concluded a 60-fight professional MMA career for Meerschaert. His retirement was part of an eventful card that also saw veteran Niko Price retire and lightweight prospect Ismael Bonfim released following a knockout defeat.

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Gerald Meershaert on UFC retirement: ‘I can’t think of a better job’

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