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  • WrestleMania: Brock Lesnar Retires From WWE Following Loss

    WrestleMania: Brock Lesnar Retires From WWE Following Loss

    Brock Lesnar is no longer an active member of the WWE roster, as he has retired at WrestleMania 42 following his opening match loss to Oba Femi.

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    Brock Lesnar versus Oba Femi kicked off WrestleMania Night 2 on ESPN. In what was a fun sprint match, Oba Femi ultimately picked up the victory. But, the aftermath is what surprised all, when an emotional Brock Lesnar took his gloves and boots off, placing them in the center of the ring and signifying his retirement. Brock waved to the crowd, hugged Paul Heyman, and then celebrated with the fans while going up the ramp.

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    For Brock, this is the end of a career that started on March 18, 2002 when he debuted in WWE on Monday Night Raw. Brock was in a class at OVW with the likes of John Cena, Batista and Shelton Benjamin. Now, all except the latter are gone.

    In his career, Brock Lesnar became a 10-time world champion in WWE and has had huge moments, such as ending the Undertaker’s WrestleMania streak. Now, it’s all over. You can see highlights to Brock’s last match here.

  • Gilbert Burns Retires Following UFC Winnipeg Loss

    Gilbert Burns Retires Following UFC Winnipeg Loss

    Gilbert ‘Durinho’ Burns has retired from UFC following his round three TKO loss at UFC Winnipeg on Saturday night against Mike Malott.

    Gilbert Burns is 22-10 in his career, but sadly, he leaves on a five fight losing streak. Gilbert’s last win was against Jorge Masvidal in 2023. But, his last five losses were against tough competition, including former champions and rising challengers.

    For Gilbert, this is the end of a long career which started in 2012. Following his loss on Saturday, Gilbert Burns, alongside his coaches, brother, wife and kids, gave an emotional speech and thanked each one of them. He also thanked the fan, and everyone who helped him in his career.

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    Despite the 39 year olds career being in the down slope in recent years, Burns has beaten some legendary names including the likes of Stephen Thompson, Damien Maia and Tyron Woodley, all while being on a six fight win streak at the time.

    Gilbert Burns is a bonafide legend in the game, and we wish him the best in his retirement.