Anthony Smith, a true ironman of the sport, bid farewell to the cage after an impressive 60 trips. Despite his first-round TKO loss to rising star Zhang Mingyang at UFC on ESPN 66, Smith’s gritty performance and the emotional sendoff video by UFC truly embodied the spirit of “Lionheart.”
Smith’s retirement fight, planned in advance, marked the end of a remarkable career that saw him challenge Jon Jones for the light heavyweight title in 2019. With a record of 38-22 in MMA and 13-12 in the UFC, Smith’s legacy will be remembered for his incredible run of six wins in seven fights, all ending in stoppages.
Witness the UFC’s touching tribute to Anthony Smith, featuring a heartfelt message from his close friend, musician Jelly Roll.