Edson Barboza reveals he fought blind in one eye during UFC career

Edson Barboza announced his retirement from MMA after a loss to Esteban Ribovics at UFC 330 in Philadelphia. During an interview, Barboza disclosed that he has been virtually blind in his right eye since a fight in May 2024. Despite undergoing two surgeries, he struggles with vision issues that have impacted his training and fight performance. Barboza expressed satisfaction with his career despite not competing for a title and indicated a desire to avoid future fights, hoping organizations will refrain from contacting him about returning to the Octagon.

• 11:24 PMYahoo Sports — Edson Barboza reveals he fought last 2 years of UFC career blind in one eye: 'I can't see nothing'