Tony Ferguson Hints at His Next Career Move
After his eighth consecutive loss at UFC Abu Dhabi in August 2024, Tony Ferguson posted that “big changes” were coming and teased an announcement. The post did not identify a new promotion or confirm the end of his UFC contract.
What Ferguson said
Ferguson lost to Michael Chiesa by first-round submission at UFC Abu Dhabi. In the post-fight interview, he left open the possibility of continuing to compete; days later he said he had news he could not yet share. MMA Fighting covered his remarks.
No confirmed move at the time
The social-media teaser did not specify whether Ferguson planned to retire, change gyms, leave the UFC or take another kind of opportunity. Contemporary reports described possible separation from the UFC, but the public post alone did not establish a contract decision.
Career context
Ferguson was the former interim lightweight champion and a long-time UFC contender. His eight-fight losing streak was a major change in his career, but the next step required confirmation from Ferguson or a promotion. He had said he was open to opportunities outside the UFC after the loss.
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