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Tito Ortiz Isn't Retired, Will 'Probably' Fight Unnamed Opponent in October

Tito Ortiz has said he's not done with MMA yet, as he's told TMZ he'll be coming out of retirement and fighting again this year.

The 44-year-old, who is a former UFC light heavyweight champion, faced off against Chuck Liddell in November and finished the bout against his longstanding rival in the first round via knockout.

After that success, Ortiz was expected to walk away from the sport. However, when TMZ caught up with him recently, he said he still has something to offer.

"I'll probably fight in October," Ortiz said. "After I fought Chuck last year, I thought it was gonna be my last one.