Tony Ferguson is making it crystal clear that retirement is not on his agenda, as he vehemently rejects the idea in a recent social media announcement.
The storied fighter, known as “El Cucuy,” endured his seventh consecutive setback at UFC 296 this past weekend, where he faced Paddy Pimblett and lost via a unanimous decision. Though the fight had glimpses of Ferguson’s former brilliance, it marked a grim milestone, tying him with B.J. Penn for the longest losing streak in UFC history.
On Wednesday, Tony Ferguson took to social media to squash any rumors of his retirement plans. His message was a repost of an Instagram Story, but with a notable addition – the hashtag #NotRetiringCasuals. It’s evident that Ferguson, now 39 years old, has grown weary of the constant retirement chatter that tends to surface in interviews and on social media.
Even after his latest defeat, Paddy Pimblett showered Ferguson with praise, referring to the 35-fight veteran as a legend and expressing support for him continuing to compete. On the other hand, UFC CEO Dana White had a more critical stance, openly stating that he’d prefer to see Ferguson retire.
In his prime, Tony Ferguson was a force to be reckoned with in the lightweight division, stringing together an impressive streak of 12 consecutive victories. His crowning moment came when he claimed an interim title with a submission win over Kevin Lee at UFC 216. Unfortunately, recent years have been unkind to Ferguson, and he hasn’t tasted victory since June 2019. Despite this rough patch, the determination in his #NotRetiringCasuals declaration shows that he still has fight left in him.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Retirement
Q: Is Tony Ferguson retiring from MMA after his seventh straight loss?
A: No, Tony Ferguson has made it clear that he is not retiring despite his recent loss at UFC 296. He posted on social media with the hashtag #NotRetiringCasuals to emphasize his determination to continue fighting.
Q: How many consecutive losses has Tony Ferguson suffered?
A: Tony Ferguson has faced seven consecutive losses, which ties him with B.J. Penn for the longest losing streak in UFC history.
Q: What was Tony Ferguson’s prime in the lightweight division like?
A: In his prime, Tony Ferguson was a dominant force in the lightweight division, boasting a remarkable 12-fight winning streak and claiming an interim title with a submission victory over Kevin Lee at UFC 216.
Q: What are Paddy Pimblett and Dana White’s opinions on Tony Ferguson’s recent loss?
A: Paddy Pimblett praised Tony Ferguson after their fight, calling him a legend and expressing support for his continued career. On the other hand, UFC CEO Dana White indicated that he would prefer to see Ferguson retire.
More about Retirement
- Tony Ferguson Insists He’s Not Retiring on Sherdog
- Tony Ferguson’s UFC Record on UFC’s Official Website
- Paddy Pimblett Praises Tony Ferguson on MMA Junkie
- Dana White’s Comments on Tony Ferguson on MMA Mania
