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UFC 327 video: Cub Swanson demolishes Nate Landwehr with multiple knockdowns in retirement fight
TL;DR
Cub Swanson defeated Nate Landwehr in his retirement fight at UFC 327, showcasing powerful striking and multiple knockdowns. The fight ended in the first round at 4:06, marking a triumphant conclusion to Swanson's career.
MIAMI, FLORIDA - APRIL 11: (R-L) Cub Swanson punches 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 couldn’t have written a better swan song for his career after he demolished Nate Landwehr in his retirement fight at UFC 327.
The 42-year-old veteran and the final WEC fighter still on the active roster came out like a ball of fire, showcasing crisp and powerful striking as he hurt Landwehr multiple times in the opening round. The fight finally came to a close after Swanson unloaded a devastating punch that sent Landwehr crashing to the canvas and he followed up with one more shot as referee Herb Dean rushed in to stop the fight.
The end came at 4:06 in the first round as Swanson took off his gloves to officially signify his retirement and he goes out with another highlight reel victory.
“You know I’m going to get all emotional,” Swanson said after his 31st and final win of his career. “I’ve been doing this a long time … I try to be brave and just focus and I was so proud I was able to accomplish that tonight.”
Swanson opened with a series of calf kicks with Landwehr countering with a lead jab as the featherweights jockeyed for position in the octagon. Swanson got a little more aggressive and he really started lighting up Landwehr on the feet as he really started dishing out the damage.
Landwehr did his best to weather the story and fire back but Swanson was just picking him apart. A knockdown followed with Swanson just blasting away at him and Landwehr shifting into survival mode.
While Landwehr tried to find some kind of offense, Swanson was just answering him at every turn with blistering strikes that continued to chip away at the Tennessee native.
That’s when Swanson uncorked a beautiful overhand right that cracked Landwehr and sent him to the ground one last time. As Landwehr stumbled forward, Swanson popped him one more time and the referee saw enough to end it.
Swanson retires with a 31-14 record overall with the past 15 years spent competing in the UFC and a professional fighting career that dates back to 2004.
Q&A
What were the key moments in Cub Swanson's retirement fight against Nate Landwehr at UFC 327?
Cub Swanson showcased powerful striking, knocking down Nate Landwehr multiple times before finishing the fight with a decisive punch at 4:06 of the first round.
When did Cub Swanson officially announce his retirement from MMA?
Cub Swanson announced his retirement immediately after his fight against Nate Landwehr at UFC 327 on April 11, 2026.
How did Cub Swanson perform in his final fight at UFC 327?
Cub Swanson performed exceptionally well, dominating the fight with aggressive striking and securing a knockout victory in the first round.
