MMA legend Demetrious Johnson announces retirement from UFC

A Look at the Career of Mighty Mouse

On March 31st, MMA legend Demetrious Johnson announced his retirement from the UFC. Johnson, known as "Mighty Mouse," is considered one of the greatest fighters in MMA history. He held the UFC flyweight championship for six years and defended it 11 times, the most successful title reign in UFC history.

A Wrestling Base

Johnson's wrestling background was a key factor in his success. He was a three-time NCAA Division I All-American wrestler at the University of Washington. His wrestling skills gave him a strong base for takedowns and ground control, and he was able to use them to dominate opponents.

Striking and Submission Skills

In addition to his wrestling, Johnson was also a skilled striker and submission grappler. He had a powerful overhand right and a variety of kicks and knees, and he was able to use them to set up takedowns or finish fights. Johnson was also a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and he had a variety of submissions in his arsenal.

A Dominant Champion

Johnson was a dominant champion during his time in the UFC. He defeated some of the best fighters in the world, including Henry Cejudo, John Dodson, and Kyoji Horiguchi. Johnson's only loss in the UFC came against Henry Cejudo in 2018.

Retirement

Johnson retired from the UFC with a record of 30-4-1. He is one of only a few fighters to retire from the UFC as an undefeated champion. Johnson's retirement is a major loss for the sport of MMA, but he will always be remembered as one of the greatest fighters in the history of the sport.

What's Next for Mighty Mouse?

Johnson has not announced his plans for retirement, but he has expressed interest in pursuing a career in coaching or commentary. He is also a successful businessman, and he owns several businesses in the Seattle area.