Darren Elkins retires after 35-second KO loss at UFC Vegas 120
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 2:42 AM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
Darren Elkins announced his retirement following a TKO loss to Yadier del Valle at UFC Vegas 120 on August 8, 2026. The fight ended just 35 seconds into the first round. Elkins, known as "The Damage," finished his career with a record of 29-13, placing him second in UFC featherweight wins. Despite a notable career that spanned 16 years, he faced back-to-back stoppage losses, concluding with injuries influencing his decision to retire. After the fight, Elkins laid his gloves in the octagon as a farewell gesture.
- •Elkins' fight at UFC Vegas 120 lasted 35 seconds.
- •He retires with a record of 29-13 overall.
- •Elkins has the second-most wins in UFC featherweight history.
- •He debuted in the UFC in March 2010 against Duane Ludwig.
- •Elkins' last win was in October 2024 against Daniel Pineda.
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"Darren Elkins ended a 16-year UFC career at UFC Vegas 120, stopped by Yadier del Valle in 35 seconds. He retires 29-13, second in UFC featherweight wins behind Holloway.
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