Darren Elkins Retires After Final Fight at UFC Vegas 120

Darren Elkins fought his last match on Saturday night at UFC Vegas 120, where he faced Yadier del Valle in a bout marking his retirement from mixed martial arts.

The 42-year-old featherweight attributed his decision to retire to ongoing injuries, noting that training has become increasingly taxing on his body. Elkins expressed a desire to retire in the octagon rather than through social media announcements.

With a UFC record of 19-11 over 30 appearances since 2010, Elkins reflected on his career, mentioning a near retirement in 2014 before a successful comeback. He plans to remain involved in wrestling but has promised his wife to avoid bare-knuckle boxing, humorously stating that it would be too dangerous for him.