Donald Cerrone Plans UFC Return in 2025

Donald 'Cowboy' Cerrone, a former UFC fighter, has announced his intention to return to the Octagon after nearly two years of retirement, re-entering the UFC's drug testing pool in preparation for a comeback aimed for summer 2025. Cerrone, who has openly admitted to using performance-enhancing drugs during his time away, expressed a desire to achieve 50 fights in the UFC, although he must first pass six months of clean testing and will likely move up to middleweight for his return. UFC President Dana White has expressed skepticism regarding Cerrone's comeback, citing concerns for his health and overall legacy, a sentiment echoed by many fans. Despite the mixed reactions, Cerrone remains determined, stating he plans to fight just two more times. His career, which includes a significant number of bouts and victories in the UFC, is now under scrutiny as he navigates the challenges of returning to competitive fighting.