Sean Strickland’s Teammate Predicts a Bright Francis Ngannou-Like Success for Derek Brunson, Hours After Dana White and Co. Remove The UFC Star From the Promotion

It is never easy for fans to see a familiar UFC face leaving the promotion. In the last few months, big names like Francis Ngannou and Nate Diaz have parted ways with the UFC, for different reasons. Recently, the MMA world got another piece of shocking news as middleweight fighter Derek Brunson left the pioneer MMA promotion.

Brunson’s removal from the UFC roster was sudden! ‘The One’ had been in the promotion for more than a decade, and was going to fight at the upcoming UFC 295 PPV. However, Brunson suddenly opted out of his next fight. Shortly after, news of his removal from the UFC roster made its way onto the internet.

Sean Strickland’s coach predicts success for Derek Brunson

As soon as this news hit social media, it created a wave of debates and conversations about Brunson’s future. While some talked about his retirement, others discussed his future endeavors. Recently, Eric Nicksick, the coach of UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland, posted a reaction to this shocking news.

Nicksick has been in the limelight ever since his trainee, Sean Strickland defeated Israel Adesanya at UFC 293. Responding to the news of Brunson’s removal from the UFC, Nicksick predicted a bright future for the MMA fighter at another MMA promotion. “Future PFL millionaire,” he said, in his short message.

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PFL has been in the spotlight ever since former champion Francis Ngannou parted ways with the UFC to join the MMA promotion. Subsequently, news of his lucrative deal with PFL made headlines. Now, after months, Eric Nicksick believes that Brunson’s career is heading in the same direction.

Is Brunson considering retirement?

Many fans and critics think the 39-year-old might be considering retirement at this stage of his career. A few months ago, Brunson himself revealed his plans for retirement. Just before his UFC 271 fight against Jared Cannonier, Brunson appeared in an interview with ‘MMA Junkie’.

In his candid conversation, ‘The One’ discussed his retirement plans and talked about fighting 2 more times. Moreover, he revealed his plans to defeat Cannonier and challenge the then-champion Israel Adesanya for a title shot.

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“Honestly, I plan on fighting two more times. That’s all I’m thinking about right now. Beating Cannonier, beating Izzy, and riding out,” he said. But fate had other plans, as Brunson lost his UFC 271 bout. Further, he also lost his next fight to UFC star Dricus Du Plessis. Looking back at his months-old statement, it feels like the former UFC fighter might be considering retirement now. What are your views about this? Do let us know in the comments below.