Norma Dumont Leaves UFC, Eyes Boxing Debut in 2027
Brazilian fighter Norma Dumont has parted ways with the UFC after 13 appearances, revealing that she requested and received her release despite having two fights remaining on her contract. The 36-year-old said she had been informed the promotion was unlikely to renew her deal, prompting her to reconsider her future after eight years with the organisation.
Dumont leaves the UFC with a 9-4 record, having defeated notable opponents including Germaine de Randamie, Irene Aldana and Ketlen Vieira. However, she exits following consecutive decision losses to Joselyne Edwards and Ailin Perez. The Brazilian also considered retirement to start a family with her boyfriend, UFC middleweight Marco Tulio, but now plans to compete again in 2027.
The former UFC fighter revealed that a major boxing promotion has approached her with an opportunity to make her long-awaited boxing debut. She is also considering an offer from another MMA organisation that includes a title fight. Dumont admitted she is leaning towards boxing, describing the opportunity as exciting, although negotiations remain confidential and no final decision has been announced.
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