Cody Garbrandt has indicated he intends to keep competing following UFC 329. The former UFC bantamweight champion appears determined to press forward with his professional fighting career.
Cody Garbrandt has made clear he has no intention of walking away from the sport following UFC 329, which took place on July 11, 2026, signaling that the former champion plans to continue his professional MMA career.
Garbrandt, known as "No Love," is a 35-year-old bantamweight from the United States who competes out of Team Alpha Male. The Ohio native holds a professional record of 15 wins and 8 losses and is a former UFC bantamweight champion, making him one of the more decorated fighters in the 135-pound division's history. Standing five-foot-eight with a 65-inch reach, Garbrandt is an orthodox striker who lands 2.82 significant strikes per minute at a 40 percent accuracy rate. He is not a heavy submission threat, averaging zero submission attempts per 15 minutes, and adds a modest takedown component to his game at 0.84 takedowns per 15 minutes.
Why it matters
- Garbrandt's decision to continue means the bantamweight division retains a recognizable former champion with competitive experience at the highest level.
- At 35, his longevity and path forward in a stacked 135-pound roster will be closely watched.
- His orthodox striking style and name value make him a meaningful matchup for contenders and ranked fighters alike.
The announcement following UFC 329 suggests Garbrandt is not viewing the event as a farewell, and his continued presence keeps one of bantamweight's more accomplished names active in the division.
Saturday, July 11, 2026
