Kamaru Usman contemplating ‘whether it’s worth continuing to do this’ after lopsided loss to Dricus du Plessis
Former UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman is considering retirement following a lopsided loss to Dricus du Plessis. Usman expressed disappointment in his performance and plans to consult with his coaching team before deciding on his future in the sport.
Why it matters
As a high-profile veteran, Usman's potential retirement marks a significant transition point for the UFC's middleweight division.
Kamaru Usman has a few losses on his record, but the former UFC welterweight champion is proud to say he usually made a good showing in every one of those fights. Following a lopsided loss to Dricus du Plessis in the UFC Oklahoma City main event, Usman questions whether he should continue fighting or not.
In the aftermath of his loss, Usman isn’t spending much time thinking about whether he wants to stay at middleweight or return to welterweight; instead, making an honest assessment of his performance, the 39-year-old veteran says he needs to sit with his team and make a decision on booking another fight or possibly walking away from the sport for good.
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