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Darren Elkins retires from UFC after fight at UFC Vegas 120

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 5:57 AM

Last updated Aug 9, 2026

Darren Elkins retires from UFC after fight at UFC Vegas 120

Summary

Darren Elkins officially retired from mixed martial arts after his bout at UFC Vegas 120. The retirement came as no surprise, as he had previously announced plans to hang up his gloves following this fight against Yadier del Valle. Elkins, 42, suffered a knockout in just 35 seconds, marking the end of a career that began in 2010. He amassed a 29-13 record overall, with 19-12 in the UFC. Elkins is remembered for significant wins, including a notable comeback against Mirsad Bektic in 2017.

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•Elkins retires after his fight at UFC Vegas 120.
•He was knocked out in 35 seconds by Yadier del Valle.
•Elkins had a career record of 29-13, 19-12 in the UFC.
•He began his UFC career in 2010 and achieved notable victories.
•Elkins is recognized for having the second-most fights in UFC featherweight history.

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Long-time UFC featherweight Darren Elkins officially retired from mixed martial arts following his fight at UFC Vegas 120. The retirement was not a surprise, as Elkins previously announced he would be hanging up his gloves following his main card bout at UFC Vegas 120 against Yadier del Valle. Unfortunately for Elkins, it was not a […] The post Darren Elkins Officially Retires From UFC appeared first on HEAVY.
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