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Darren Elkins announces UFC Vegas 120 will be his final fight

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 10:34 PM

Last updated Aug 5, 2026

Darren Elkins announces UFC Vegas 120 will be his final fight

Summary

Darren Elkins confirmed that his bout against Yadier del Valle at UFC Vegas 120, scheduled for August 8, 2026, will be his last. Elkins, a veteran of the UFC Featherweight division, stated that he is no longer able to recover from training as he used to and has decided to retire. He expressed gratitude for his career and the opportunity to retire on his own terms, having fought 30 times in the Octagon. For nearly 15 years, Elkins has been known for his resilience, often competing in intense and bloody matches, and he expects his final fight will not differ in intensity.

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By the Numbers

•Darren Elkins fights Yadier del Valle at UFC Vegas 120.
•Elkins has fought 30 times in the UFC.
•He cites physical toll from training as a retirement factor.
•He plans to retire completely from combat sports.
•Elkins aims to leave the Octagon on his own terms.

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10:34 PMYahoo Sports — Darren Elkins confirms UFC Vegas 120 will be final fight – ‘Stuck around longer than I thought’

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One more “Damage” fight incoming. Longtime Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Featherweight veteran and all-around violent fighter Darren Elkins returns to action against Cuban prospect Yadier del Valle in the “Featured” fight of UFC Vegas 120 this weekend (Sat., Aug. 8, 2026) inside Meta Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada. And this weekend will be his final […]
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