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Gerald Meershaert on UFC retirement: ‘I can’t think of a better job’

Gerald Meerschaert, a 38-year-old middleweight fighter with 27 UFC bouts, announced his retirement after suffering his sixth consecutive loss in the promotion. The defeat came against Julius Walker at UFC Fight Night: Allen vs.

Duncan, marking the end of a 10-year UFC career that spanned 60 professional fights. Meerschaert, who had previously fought in an era when head butts were legal, reflected on his legacy, including records for the most finishes (12) and submission finishes (11) at middleweight.

In a poignant moment, he removed his gloves in the cage to deliver a farewell speech alongside Michael Bisping, acknowledging his time in the octagon while expressing gratitude to fans. Beyond fighting, Meerschaert has already secured a new path in the corporate world, specifically in the HVAC industry, signaling a significant shift from his athletic career.

His retirement follows a run where he consistently challenged opponents who underestimated him, leaving a lasting impact on the UFC middleweight division.

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