Demetrious Johnson discusses retirement and Hall of Fame induction
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 5:43 AM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026
Demetrious Johnson, the UFC Hall of Famer, confirmed he has no regrets about retiring from mixed martial arts. Johnson walked away from the sport after defending his One Championship title in 2023 and credits his humility for a smooth transition. He reflected on his career following his recent induction into the UFC Hall of Fame, highlighting his approach to fame and success. Now focusing on new intellectual challenges, Johnson believes he has accomplished everything he set out to achieve in MMA.
- •Johnson retired after defending his One Championship title in 2023
- •He emphasizes humility as key to his career success
- •Inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame's Modern Wing
- •Aiming to challenge himself intellectually after retirement
- •Johnson holds a record of 11 consecutives title defenses in the UFC
- 5:43 AMYahoo Sports — UFC Hall of Famer Demetrious Johnson explains why he retired
"Demetrious Johnson has no regrets about walking away from mixed martial arts.
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