Holly Holm discusses timeline for end of combat sports career
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 1:06 AM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
Holly Holm, the former UFC champion, shared a potential timeline for her retirement during an appearance on "The Ariel Helwani Show." Following a controversial split-decision loss to Stephanie Han in boxing last weekend, Holm expressed interest in competing in one or two more significant fights, either in boxing or MMA, before her career concludes within the year. Holm last fought in MMA at UFC 300, where she lost to Kayla Harrison. She expressed openness to a rematch with Ronda Rousey, though she doubts Rousey shares the same interest in facing her again.
- •Holm aims for one or two more significant fights in the next year.
- •Recent loss to Stephanie Han adds urgency to her career timeline.
- •Holm hasn't competed in MMA since UFC 300 in April 2024.
- •She is open to a rematch with Ronda Rousey, who remains noncommittal.
- 1:06 AMYahoo Sports — Ex-UFC champ Holly Holm provides timeline for end of fighting career
"The finish line appears to be in sight for Holly Holm.
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