Cris Cyborg prepares for potential retirement fight against Ketlen Vieira
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 7:51 PM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
Cris Cyborg is set to fight Ketlen Vieira on August 22 at the Benchmark International Arena in Tampa, in what has been billed as her final MMA match. Despite the retirement narrative, Cyborg expressed uncertainty, indicating that she might not end her career after this bout. She has remained active in the sport, enjoying competition and the thrill it brings. Cyborg also discussed the possibility of future matchups, including fights against Ronda Rousey and Claressa Shields, but noted that the latter declined a substantial offer for a crossover bout. The outcome of the Vieira fight might influence her next steps in MMA or boxing.
- •Cyborg fights Ketlen Vieira on August 22 in Tampa.
- •Cyborg indicates uncertainty about retirement plans after next fight.
- •Cyborg expressed interest in fights with Ronda Rousey and Claressa Shields.
- •Shields declined a $2 million offer for a matchup with Cyborg.
- 7:51 PMYahoo Sports — Cris Cyborg cools retirement talk; remains interested in Ronda Rousey, Claressa Shields fights
"Cyborg's Aug. 22. PFL bout with Ketlen Vieira is supposed to be her farewell to the sport, but doubt remains.
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