Former two-division UFC champion Amanda Nunes has disclosed that burnout and a fear of losing prompted her decision to step away from competition. Speaking after her induction into the UFC Hall of Fame at UFC 314 in Miami on April 12, 2025, Nunes said she was no longer happy in the sport and worried that continuing to fight would result in defeats.
The Brazilian fighter, widely regarded as the greatest women's mixed martial artist of all time, held the bantamweight and featherweight titles simultaneously. Her Hall of Fame ceremony took place at Kaseya Center during UFC 314 fight week, where she was honored for a career that included victories over Ronda Rousey, Cris Cyborg, and Valentina Shevchenko.
Nunes' retirement announcement in 2023 shocked the MMA community. Her recent comments shed light on the mental toll of sustained dominance at the highest level. The UFC has not announced any plans for her return to active competition.
