“It Might Be Over” – Jan Blachowicz Gives Sad Update on UFC Future After Suffering Double Shoulder Surgery, Fans React

Jan Blachowicz was nearing a return to fighting after his loss to Alex Pereira at UFC 291. Not too long ago, he revealed that he needed to go for surgery on both of his arms. Blachowicz recently provided an update on his condition, which had fans concerned about the future of the Polish UFC star.

Following his UFC 291 loss, Jan Blachowicz was scheduled to take on Aleksandar Rakić at UFC 297 in January 2024. However, the requirement of surgery on both of his shoulders forced him out of the matchup. Blachowicz has now opened up about his current situation in a post on social media.

Jan Blachowicz will have to wait a little more to get back into action

The former UFC light heavyweight champion recently took to social media to reveal the situation he’s going through. He mentioned that the surgery procedure was long, so the doctors could only perform it on his right shoulder. Jan Blachowicz said, “First shoulder operated on. Unfortunately, there was too much work to do with one, so they couldn’t fix both at once.”

As such, he will have another surgery in the coming days. This will make Blachowicz sit out for a considerable period before making his UFC return. Nevertheless, the Polish fighter did not forget to wish his fans well at Christmas. “Another surgery soon. I’ll have to wait a little longer to come back. I wish you all Merry Christmas,” said the former champion. Meanwhile, the fans were worried about his MMA future after witnessing the image Jan Blachowicz shared with the update. Let’s take a look at that front.

Fans are concerned for the former champ

Jan Blachowicz is 40 years old. This is one reason why one fan believes that his career might be over. They believe that the kind of surgery the Polish fighter underwent could spell an end to any fighter’s career.

“Wow double shoulder surgery at 40 it might be over.”

“Damn bruh that’s a career ended dawg.”

Some fans even called for Jan Blacwicz to consider hanging up his fighting gloves. They mentioned what a great career he had, and now it may be time to retire.

“Bro is 40 retire.”

“Damn maybe he should hang the gloves up he had an amazing career.”

“Bro, please just retire.. you’ve done enough, he was a good champ though.”

Nevertheless, many fans are still hoping to see the 40-year-old make a strong comeback. They wished him a happy Christmas and hoped to see him soon.

“Ouch! Hope he comes back stronger than ever.”

“Praying for speedy recovery…. Merry Christmas.”

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There is no word about the extent of Jan Blachowicz’s shoulder problem. Despite that, so far he’s still doing well, but the full picture will unfold only after he gets his second shoulder surgery done. Till then, we will have to wait for further developments on this situation as approach the end of 2023.

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