CHRIS LYTLE RUMORS & GOSSIP

Chris Lytle says he’ll come out of retirement for a short notice fight.

So in other words, Chris Lytle is letting the UFC know well ahead of time that if they need a short notice welterweight replacement, he’s available. Which is nice. I have to say, I’m not entirely shocked that the guy is saying he’s not retired almost two years after coming out and saying he’s retired, it seems like that is the sporting way. But still, can anyone stay retired...
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May 12, 2013  |  Discuss

Chris Lytle Falls Just Short in Post-UFC Career

Unfortunately for Chris Lytle (Pictured), it seems the political hopeful didn’t shake enough hands or kiss enough babies. The former UFC welterweight fell just short of his bid to win the Indiana Republican Senate nomination in District 28. However, in typical “Lights Out” fashion, the slugger put up a solid showing. “Almost. I finished 2nd. It was a good fight,” Lytle...
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May 09, 2012  |  Discuss

StreetMade Presents: Fight for the Senate. A Bobby Razak Film.

This short film is about Chris Lytle and his transformation from MMA fighter to fighting for the state of Indiana as he runs for a position in the state senate. StreetMade has long been a friend and supporter of Chris, as a fighter and community leader. We teamed up with Bobby Razak to produce this short film about Chris’ story and to support his campaign. A huge shout out to Bobby...
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April 27, 2012  |  Discuss

When It's Time It's Time: Kurt Pellegrino, Chris Lytle, and Knowing When to Walk Away From the Sport

By Raphael Garcia As a sports fan I do not participate in the debates that surround a player's potential retirement from his or her sport. We sat through the numerous “He’s done” arguments that surrounded superstars such as Brett Favre and Michael Jordan during the final phases of their careers. This past weekend during Bellator 59 we saw the retirement of Kurt Pellegrino...
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November 28, 2011  |  Discuss

UFC NEWS – Chris Lytle Says Fighting Is Like a Drug And He’s An Addict

“I don’t believe that fighters are made. I think they’re born, and it’s kind of who you are. With me, I still have that competitive fire. It wasn’t a point of me being like, ‘I hate fighting. I don’t want fight.’ It was a point of me deciding I’m going to [retire] because I need [...]
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November 22, 2011  |  Discuss

Competitive Fire Still Burning for Lytle

Chris Lytle has only been retired for a few months, but already he understands why so many fighters struggle to walk away from the sport for good.
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November 22, 2011  |  Discuss

Chris Lytle: The Legacy He Leaves Behind

by: Monta Wiley A career that goes back to the late 90’s, there is no doubt in anyone’s mind that Chris “Lights Out” Lytle is a true pioneer of the sport of MMA. A fierce fighter that wanted nothing better than to put on a great show for the fans when stepping into the octagon, [...]
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November 02, 2011  |  Discuss

Despite Graceful Exit, Chris Lytle Admits Retirement Has Been A Struggle

Despite Graceful Exit, Chris Lytle Admits Retirement Has Been A Struggle
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October 28, 2011  |  Discuss
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