After much speculation on the future career of Mirko “Cro Cop” Filopovic, it has been confirmed that Cro Cop’s bout at UFC 137 was his final appearance in the company with a 27-10-2 MMA record.
The 2006 Pride Open Weight Grand Prix Champion had hinted at retirement in the lead up to Saturday’s pay-per-view but following a loss at the hands of Roy Nelson, Cro Cop made it official.
“I told before this fight this was going to be my farewell fight. Unfortunately, I didn’t make it. I wanted to say goodbye with a victory, but Roy was just better tonight. Congratulations,” he stated following the fight.