UFC 283 marked the end of an era. One of the last PRIDE stars still actively competing in MMA, Mauricio ‘Shogun’ Rua took to the cage for the final time for a bout against Ihor Potieria. The 41-year-old had made no bones about stepping away, stating well before fight night that this would be his last trip to the cage.
Somewhat more unexpected, however, was the retirement of Glover Teixeira, following the evening’s main event. Having just lost the light heavyweight title back in June of last year, the Brazilian battled Jamahal Hill for five rounds in an attempt to regain UFC gold.