Stephen Thompson Aims for Final UFC Fight at Madison Square Garden

Stephen Thompson is planning to end his UFC career with a final fight at Madison Square Garden. The veteran welterweight, who has one bout left on his contract, expressed his desire for this significant venue for his last appearance.

At 43 years old, Thompson is currently evaluating potential opponents for this match, aiming for an exciting contest. He has faced challenges recently, losing three consecutive fights, with his last victory occurring in 2022 against Kevin Holland.

Thompson noted the difficulty in finding a suitable opponent due to the evolving nature of the welterweight division. He initially considered Santiago Ponzinibbio but ruled him out following Ponzinibbio's recent knockout loss. Thompson is also contemplating a rematch with Kevin Holland or a fight against Muslim Salikhov, focusing on delivering an entertaining performance in his farewell bout.