Kamaru Usman Faces Big Career Questions After Dricus Defeat
Former UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman is facing fresh questions about his future after suffering a dominant unanimous decision loss to Dricus du Plessis in the main event of UFC Oklahoma City.
Usman struggled against the bigger South African over five rounds, dropping to 0-2 in the middleweight division.
Despite the setback, the Nigerian star ruled out retirement, insisting he is still open to new opportunities.
Speaking after the fight, Usman said he would decide his next move when the right opportunity presents itself but stopped short of confirming whether he will remain at middleweight or return to welterweight.
Several analysts believe a move back to the 170-pound division could give the former champion a better chance of rebuilding his career after consecutive losses at middleweight.
While no opponent has been confirmed, a potential showdown with Kevin Holland has been suggested as a possible next fight if Usman returns to welterweight.
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