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Niko Price looks to the future ahead of his supposed retirement fight win

Niko Price has discussed his mixed martial arts retirement and what the future could hold after his win over Leon Shahbazyan.

By Harry Kettle · BJ Penn

Published: Monday, 12 October 2026 at 3:13 PM

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Niko Price discussed his fighting future following a TKO win over Leon Shahbazyan at UFC Fight Night 290.
The victory snapped a four-fight losing streak and was Price's first stoppage win since October 2019.
Price revealed he is open to taking another fight or competing in UFC BJJ grappling competitions.

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Niko Price has reflected on his mixed martial arts future following a TKO victory over Leon Shahbazyan at UFC Fight Night 290. The bout snapped Price's four-fight losing streak and marked his first stoppage win since October 2019, coming in a contest billed as the potential final fight of his career.

Speaking at the post-fight press conference, Price indicated he remains open to another fight or potential UFC Brazilian jiu-jitsu grappling matches. However, the veteran emphasized that any future competition would require approval and agreement from his family.

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