T. Pitbull became BKFC's first middleweight champion. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
A well-known figure in the world of fights, the Brazilian Thiago Pitbull He is not thinking about retirement, at least for now. Current middleweight champion of Bare Knuckle FC, 'boxing without gloves', the Brazilian fighter revealed that his contract with the organization has come to an end and showed interest in returning to fight MMA. The statement was made in an interview with 'MMA Junkie'.
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“I don't have much time left. I'm 38 now. I feel phenomenal. I eat, sleep, breathe and eat within 'American Top Team'. It's the best team in the world and I coach the best guys out there. So yeah, I just want to have fun at this stage in my life and close this amazing chapter on a high note,” Pitbull said.
Thiago's last MMA fight took place in December 2019. Against the North American Tim means, Pitbull was unable to deliver a good performance and was submitted in the first round. In 2020, the Brazilian moved to 'Boxing without Gloves' where he won two victories and the title of first middleweight champion in the organization's history.
Professional since the distant year of 2001, Thiago experienced the peak of his career in 2009. On that occasion, the Brazilian athlete had the opportunity to fight for the welterweight belt (under 77,1kg) at the historic UFC 100 against the legend Georges St. -Pierre. Despite the defeat in the unanimous decision of the judges, the historic feat was marked. The Brazilian athlete has a record of 23 triumphs and 15 setbacks.
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