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‘Fairytale ending’: Pros react to Cub Swanson’s emotional retirement win at UFC 327
TL;DR
Cub Swanson retired after a knockout victory against Nate Landwehr at UFC 327, marking the end of his 45-fight career. The MMA community celebrated his emotional farewell and memorable achievements in the sport.
MIAMI, FLORIDA - APRIL 11: Cub Swanson reacts after a knockout victory against Nate Landwehr in a featherweight fight during the UFC 327 event at Kaseya Center on April 11, 2026 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Ed Mulholland/Zuffa LLC)
Cub Swanson went out on his own terms and the MMA world couldn’t be happier for him.
UFC 327 on Saturday marked the final fight of Swanson’s incredible career, which spans 45 fights dating back to 2004. Swanson authored countless memorable moments competing for UFC and WEC, flirting with title contender status on more than one occasion, and earned eight Fight of the Night awards competing inside the octagon.
Swanson closed out his career on the highest possible note with a first-round knockout of Nate Landwehr, battering his fellow veteran for almost the entirety of their contest before finishing with a signature flurry. He immediately removed his gloves afterward, took his last post-fight interview with Joe Rogan, and enjoyed a video tribute alongside his family.
The 42-year-old walks away from the game with a record of 31-14, with a 16-10 UFC mark.
Pros were unanimously effusive in their praise for Swanson, check out their reactions from social media below.
Wow what an amazing way to go out for Cub. That’s what all fighters dream of 👊👊👊
— Funky 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 (@Benaskren) April 12, 2026
What a swan song from @CubSwanson. We got to see his patented “Beautiful Destruction” one more time and it was a vintage showing. All of us fans are blessed to have watched him compete for all of these years. #UFC327
— Michael Chiesa (@MikeMav22) April 12, 2026
Incredible career and longevity. Happy retirement @CubSwanson#WECForever
— Anthony Pettis (@Showtimepettis) April 12, 2026
Yall gave me shit…. Told ya 40+ @CubSwanson is an animal 😂😂😂
Happy retirement
— Billy Quarantillo (@BillyQMMA) April 12, 2026
What a great performance Cub
Congrats on a great career— C H🖕🏽T O🇪🇨V E R A (@chitoveraUFC) April 12, 2026
FAIRYTALE ENDING FOR CUB SWANSON!!
🥺👏#UFC327— Jeff Molina (@jmolina_125) April 12, 2026
That was FUCKING COLD!!!! Killer Cub Swanson going out like no other. #WECnEverDie#UFC327
— Mike Jackson, Esq. (@TheTruthJackson) April 12, 2026
He’s def unretiring
— Belal Muhammad (@bullyb170) April 12, 2026
@CubSwanson WOW JUST WOW! Congrats Brotha! 🙌🏼 #UFC327
— Dustin Jacoby 🇺🇸 (@thehanyakdj) April 12, 2026
You wrote a beautiful story my friend. Congrats on the career @CubSwanson 🙌🏼
— Alan Jouban (@AlanJouban) April 12, 2026
Things you love to see. Legends retiring with a Win. Congratulations on a hell of a career to Cub Swanson! #ufc327
— Ramiz Brahimaj (@170Ramiz) April 12, 2026
Q&A
What was the outcome of Cub Swanson's final fight at UFC 327?
Cub Swanson won his final fight at UFC 327 by knockout in the first round against Nate Landwehr.
How many fights did Cub Swanson have in his MMA career?
Cub Swanson had a total of 45 fights in his MMA career, which began in 2004.
What awards did Cub Swanson earn during his MMA career?
Cub Swanson earned eight Fight of the Night awards throughout his career, highlighting his exciting fighting style.
