After breaking his jaw at UFC 187, Makdessi considers retirement from MMA

Makdessi (photo) shows discomfort with a fractured jaw at UFC 187. Photo: Disclosure/UFC

The defeat suffered by John makdessi at UFC 187, last Saturday (23) could cost the fighter much more than a negative mark on his record. The Canadian, who lost by technical knockout to Donald Cerrone, stated that he could end his career at the age of 30 with the setback.

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Makdessi said he suffered a broken jaw during the fight, which forced him to undergo successful surgery on Monday. Due to the injuries he suffered, the Canadian considered his future in the sport.

“Unfortunately I fractured my jaw during the fight. I had never experienced anything like this in my life in competitions. As far as my career is concerned, I'm 30 years old and I've been participating in competitions since I was 6, turning professional at 23. I have to be smart. I take risks when fighting bigger guys, but I know it's a business. There is no ego involved. In that fight, I suffered a lot of damage. Never in my life have I suffered so much damage. I have to sit down and think to see what I’m going to do next”, wrote the Canadian on his official Facebook page.

This was the first time that Makdessi was defeated without a decision or submission. In total, he has a record of 13 wins and four losses in professional MMA.