It seems like MMA fans might have another chance to watch UFC legend Michael Bisping compete inside the octagon. Bisping retired from the sport of MMA following his loss to Kelvin Gastelum, back in 2017.
Is Bisping seeking a UFC return?
Since then, ‘The Count’ has been spending his time working as a commentator and analyst for the UFC and BT Sport. The father of three also stays busy working out and staying in shape with his eldest son, Callum Bisping, who is an accomplished collegiate wrestler.
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@bisping just rang me and told me he’s debating a comeback and what I thought about that. I told him to go for it so he says he’s been training hard and is eyeing a December bout comeback. Let’s go champ I’m here for it can not wait to see u back out there.
— D (@darrentill2) July 26, 2021
However, with UFC middleweight Darren Till claiming Michael Bisping is looking to make a comeback in December, fans have been all over the place trying to figure out if this is indeed true.
Interestingly, Michael Bisping’s latest video tweet might just be a confirmation of the same. One can see the former middleweight champion working on his head movement using a cobra bag at the end of what seems to be an intense workout.
Although Bisping hasn’t fought in the past three years, it won’t be a surprise to see the 42-year-old make another appearance inside the cage. An absolute fan favorite, Michael Bisping’s comeback fight will undoubtedly be a huge draw for the UFC.
Working @Sanabul gloves at the @rvcasport HQ pic.twitter.com/WauAiPlZk2
— michael (@bisping) August 18, 2021
However, one must also consider the various injuries ‘The count’ has sustained over his long and illustrious fighting career. Bisping’s impaired vision would certainly make him think twice about a return to the cage. The man’s love and passion for the sport are undeniable, and we’ve seen plenty of fighters make that one last appearance to get a final taste of competing in the sport they cherish.
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How would a prime Michael Bisping fare in today’s UFC middleweight division?
A relatively young sport, MMA hasn’t been around for too long. Yet the game has developed at an astonishing rate, with each new generation of fighters outshining the last.
This new generation of fighters seems to have seamlessly perfected their skills across all martial arts. Cerebral fighters like Israel Adesanya and Robert Whittaker are prominent examples of the same.
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Regardless, a prime Michael Bisping could certainly hold his own against fighters in the top ten today. His forward pressure and awkward movement would make him a problem for any opponent.
It was Bisping’s relentless spirit and ability to deal with adversity that earned him his long-time dream of becoming a UFC champion.
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What do you think? How would Michael Bisping fare against the top ten in the middleweight division as of now? Let us know in the comments.
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