Luke Rockhold Teasing Possible UFC Return: "2023 could get interesting."

[Sick85]

Luke Rockhold has already hinted at a potential return to mixed martial arts (MMA) in 2023 following his soft retirement from the sport just a few months ago.The former UFC middleweight champion made a memorable return to the 185-pound division in a battle against Paulo Costa at UFC 278 this past August. Rockhold ended up losing via unanimous decision, but it was one of the gutsiest performances of his storied career. He earned Fight of the Night honors along with some well-deserved respect from the combat naysayers.

Rockhold, who turned 38 this past October, has now lost his last three trips to the Octagon dating back to 2018. That lack of success usually leads to a promotional pink slip for most fighters, but Rockhold is a true veteran of MMA and a guy that will presumably always have a home in UFC if he has the desire to compete.

Well, it now sounds as if the former UFC champion is eager to get back on the saddle in 2023 and see what he’s able to do. On Friday, Rockhold posted the following photo and message to Instagram, giving his fans hope heading into the new year:
Putting the old rig to the test. 2023 could get interesting,” wrote Rockhold.

It should be noted that Rockhold has had a rocky relationship with UFC and promotional president Dana White in the past, but if the former middleweight champion is serious about a return to action UFC is likely to answer the phone. After all, Rockhold is still a well-known name around these parts and a controversial figure that draws interest no matter who he’s fighting.

As someone who’s No the biggest fan of Luke, I truly hope he stays retired, He absolutely looked out of place out there in the octagon.

 

[Prologue]

 

[Substance Abuse]

Rockhold proved his toughness in that Costa loss, leaving everything he had in there after years off, in a brutal fight at elevation in Utah which sapped him of his cardio and strength, exacerbating the effects of his hiatus.

He then goes on to drop his hubris and self absorption, giving one of the most genuine and heartfelt interviews of his career, acting normal for a change, allowing people to empathize, even sympathize for him for once. It was too perfect.

Of course he wants to come back... lol.

 

[Get To Da Choppa]

Luke Rockhold has already hinted at a potential return to mixed martial arts (MMA) in 2023 following his soft retirement from the sport just a few months ago.The former UFC middleweight champion made a memorable return to the 185-pound division in a battle against Paulo Costa at UFC 278 this past August. Rockhold ended up losing via unanimous decision, but it was one of the gutsiest performances of his storied career. He earned Fight of the Night honors along with some well-deserved respect from the combat naysayers.

Rockhold, who turned 38 this past October, has now lost his last three trips to the Octagon dating back to 2018. That lack of success usually leads to a promotional pink slip for most fighters, but Rockhold is a true veteran of MMA and a guy that will presumably always have a home in UFC if he has the desire to compete.

Well, it now sounds as if the former UFC champion is eager to get back on the saddle in 2023 and see what he’s able to do. On Friday, Rockhold posted the following photo and message to Instagram, giving his fans hope heading into the new year:
Putting the old rig to the test. 2023 could get interesting,” wrote Rockhold.

It should be noted that Rockhold has had a rocky relationship with UFC and promotional president Dana White in the past, but if the former middleweight champion is serious about a return to action UFC is likely to answer the phone. After all, Rockhold is still a well-known name around these parts and a controversial figure that draws interest no matter who he’s fighting.

As someone who’s No the biggest fan of Luke, I truly hope he stays retired, He absolutely looked out of place out there in the octagon.

Being cryptic and mysterious, just like a samurai

 

[Pierced7681]

I’d like to see Rockhold get one more against a guy who doesn't have legit ko power and it not be booked at an event at high altitude. Would be good to see where he’s at and a decent test if he should really retire or not.

 

[BigTruck]

Luke Rockhold has already hinted at a potential return to mixed martial arts (MMA) in 2023 following his soft retirement from the sport just a few months ago.The former UFC middleweight champion made a memorable return to the 185-pound division in a battle against Paulo Costa at UFC 278 this past August. Rockhold ended up losing via unanimous decision, but it was one of the gutsiest performances of his storied career. He earned Fight of the Night honors along with some well-deserved respect from the combat naysayers.

Rockhold, who turned 38 this past October, has now lost his last three trips to the Octagon dating back to 2018. That lack of success usually leads to a promotional pink slip for most fighters, but Rockhold is a true veteran of MMA and a guy that will presumably always have a home in UFC if he has the desire to compete.

Well, it now sounds as if the former UFC champion is eager to get back on the saddle in 2023 and see what he’s able to do. On Friday, Rockhold posted the following photo and message to Instagram, giving his fans hope heading into the new year:
Putting the old rig to the test. 2023 could get interesting,” wrote Rockhold.

It should be noted that Rockhold has had a rocky relationship with UFC and promotional president Dana White in the past, but if the former middleweight champion is serious about a return to action UFC is likely to answer the phone. After all, Rockhold is still a well-known name around these parts and a controversial figure that draws interest no matter who he’s fighting.

As someone who’s No the biggest fan of Luke, I truly hope he stays retired, He absolutely looked out of place out there in the octagon.

 

[WHITEBELT JESUS]

Hope somebody donates him a good set of shin guards before he does any “hard sparring”.

See ya in 2023 pretty boy.

 

[Goatenstein]

I turned 39 and would dominate ultimate fighting if I felt like it so Rockhold could too.

 

[BabyBlue_Bomber]

Rockhold is the victim of some of my favorite KOs of all time…

 

[Egészségére!]

He's not the fighter he once was but could put on a great show against the right opponent

I truly hope he stays retired

Hope not tbh

 

[Ladder Master]

 

[The Good The Bad The HBK]

Only a few months after he retired

Who would have thought

 

[Adamant]

After his performance against Costa, I definitely want him back. Fuck it, let's do Costa vs Rockhold 2.

 

[tramendous]

Rockhold proved his toughness in that Costa loss, leaving everything he had in there after years off, in a brutal fight at elevation in Utah which sapped him of his cardio and strength, exacerbating the effects of his hiatus.

He then goes on to drop his hubris and self absorption, giving one of the most genuine and heartfelt interviews of his career, acting normal for a change, allowing people to empathize, even sympathize for him for once. It was too perfect.

Of course he wants to come back... lol.

Hes a pro fighter whos been fighting for many years and is a former champ. Of course hes going to have trouble hanging up the gloves. Its normal.

 

[Iamwill43119]

38 is not an old age, its an excuse fighters use once they get past 35.

 

[Substance Abuse]

Hes a pro fighter whos been fighting for many years and is a former champ. Of course hes going to have trouble hanging up the gloves. Its normal.

Oh, I agree. It makes perfect sense.

 

[Midget Boxer]

I think he eats a left hook from pereira

 

[Willek]

Luke got on top of Lyoto and Weidman and beat the fuck out of them on the ground.

Ever since then he wants to show off "my hands".

 

[Sick85]

He's not the fighter he once was but could put on a great show against the right opponent




Hope not tbh

seems like he is past prime but if he did come back who would you like him see fight?

 

[MDoza]

He’s gonna box a YouTuber or join PowerSlap