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Longtime Octagon vet says he’ll retire at UFC Vegas 123, win or lose

Julian Erosa will make his final walk to the Ultimate Fighting Championship Octagon when he faces Jeong Yeong Lee at UFC Vegas 123 on Saturday in Las Vegas.

Published: Tuesday, 27 October 2026 at 4:49 AM
Longtime Octagon vet says he’ll retire at UFC Vegas 123, win or lose
Key Things to Know
  • Julian Erosa announced he will retire from MMA after fighting Jeong Yeong Lee at UFC Vegas 123.
  • The 37-year-old featherweight stated he will step away regardless of the bout's final result.
  • Erosa cited fatherhood, shifting life priorities, and preserving his long-term health for his decision to retire.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Longtime UFC featherweight Julian Erosa announced that he will retire after his upcoming fight against Jeong Yeong Lee at UFC Vegas 123. The 37-year-old stated that the bout on Saturday in Las Vegas will be his final Octagon appearance, regardless of the outcome, as he wants to conclude his career on a definitive date.

Erosa explained that fatherhood and protecting his long-term health significantly influenced his retirement decision, noting plans to relocate his family from Las Vegas back to Washington. Erosa, who holds a 9-9 promotional record across multiple UFC stints since his 2015 debut, looks to rebound from a two-fight losing skid.

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