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Cain Velasquez in talks to sign for new promotion seven years on from final UFC fight reveals coach

Javier Mendez is confident that fans will see Cain Velasquez return soon. Earlier this year, Velasquez didn’t rule out the idea of an MMA return despite him not stepping inside the cage since 2019.

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Josh Hokit told he can beat Ciryl Gane by using ‘Cain Velasquez style’ at UFC 334

Chris Weidman sees elements of an all-time great in Josh Hokit’s game. ‘The Incredible Hok’ has enjoyed a quick rise to stardom in 2026, and his success inside the UFC Octagon has catapulted him into a first heavyweight title shot.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 24

Cain Velasquez reportedly books first match since prison release against a fellow ex-UFC champion

Cain Velasquez is apparently set to compete again. The former UFC heavyweight champion has not fought in any form since February 2019, when Velasquez was knocked out by Francis Ngannou just 26 seconds into their main event.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / September 23

Velasquez And Mir Set For Wrestling Match

Former UFC heavyweight champions Cain Velasquez and Frank Mir are scheduled to compete in a wrestling match at an AIGA Global event in California this November, according to Red Corner MMA.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / August 4

'Sometimes I’d Just Scream': Cain Velasquez Confesses Emotional Toll of Being Away From Kids During Prison Time

It’s been over two weeks since fans saw Jon Jones dancing his way to the ring for the IBA Bare Knuckle event in Miami. Awaiting him inside the ring was heavyweight legend Cain Velasquez.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / August 4

Velasquez On Life After Prison Release

Former UFC heavyweight champion Cain Velasquez has spoken publicly about adjusting to life after his release from custody earlier this year. Velasquez served 11 months following a 2022 incident in San Jose, California, where he pursued and fired at a vehicle carrying Harry Goularte, a man he accused of molesting a young relative.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / July 20

Cain Velasquez backs Islam Makhachev to extend UFC win streak

Former UFC heavyweight champion Cain Velasquez expects Islam Makhachev to keep rolling through the welterweight division. Velasquez praised the two-division champion as an elite talent who has reached the top of the sport.

MMA News / HITC / May 29

Cain Velasquez hints at comeback 7 years after Ngannou clash

There’s been some buzz recently about the possibility of Cain Velasquez making a comeback, though nothing concrete has been confirmed. Velasquez hasn’t stepped into the octagon since 2019, when he faced off against Francis Ngannou in what would be his last appearance for the UFC.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / May 29

Cain Velasquez Would Fight Again On One Condition

Cain Velasquez has not closed the door on fighting again, but he has made clear that the only key that opens it is financial. Speaking to longtime teammate Josh Thomson, the former two-time UFC heavyweight champion was candid about where his head is at following his release from custody earlier this year.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / May 28

Cain Velasquez reveals his surprise stance on potential MMA return 7 years after Francis Ngannou KO

The former UFC heavyweight champion isn’t willing to completely rule out a return to the sport. Cain Velasquez hasn’t fought since 2019 when he took on Francis Ngannou in what turned out to be the final fight of his UFC career.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / May 16

Francis Ngannou Praises Cain Velasquez Over 'Standing Up' for His Family After Netflix MMA Surprise

Francis Ngannou is ready for the war ahead of him. However, he wasn’t ready for the surprise he got during the MVP ceremonial weigh-ins on Friday. As Ngannou

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / May 14

Cain Velasquez To Appear At Rousey Vs. Carano

Cain Velasquez is making his return to the MMA world in a broadcast role. The former two-time UFC heavyweight champion, released from prison in February after nearly a year behind bars, will serve as a guest analyst at MVP MMA: Rousey vs.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / March 13

Cain Velasquez releases first statement following prison release: 'It's good to be out'

Former UFC heavyweight champion Cain Velasquez was released from prison on Sunday, Feb. 15 after spending 10 months incarcerated. The 43-year old was released on parole.

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MMA News / Dice City Sports / March 12

Cain Velasquez Thanks Supporters After Prison Release

Former UFC heavyweight champion Cain Velasquez has spoken publicly for the first time since his release from prison, expressing gratitude to supporters who stood by him during his legal battle and incarceration.

MMA News / HITC / February 22

Sean Strickland speaks out on Cain Velasquez’s prison release, hits out at US justice

Sean Strickland never thought the UFC heavyweight legend should have been locked up in the first place. The former UFC middleweight champion was among those relieved to see Cain Velasquez finally back home with his family after spending more than 300 days behind bars.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / February 21

Sean Strickland reacts to Cain Velasquez’s prison release with a rant against the US legal system

Sean Strickland does not believe the UFC heavyweight legend should have been behind bars to begin with. The former UFC middleweight champion is among those pleased to see Cain Velasquez reunited with his family after over 300 days.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / February 16

Cain Velasquez Released From Jail

Ex-UFC Heavyweight Champion Cain Velasquez is no longer in jail after being released. On February 15, Velasquez was released on parole from the Correctional Training Facility in Soledad, California.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / February 15

Cain Velasquez Released on Parole After Nearly 11 Months in State Prison

Former UFC heavyweight champion Cain Velasquez is no longer behind bars. Velasquez, 43, was released on parole Sunday after serving nearly 11 months at the Correctional Training Facility in Soledad, California.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 15

Cain Velasquez Confirms Early Parole as UFC Legend Announces Mental Reset Seminar Plans

February 15 was only supposed to be a date on a corrections calendar. Instead, it quietly grew into something bigger. A post went live from Cain Velasquez asking Northern California followers a simple question: “Would you come to this?” The timing mattered.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 6

Cain Velasquez Calls Out a 'Failed' Justice System After Prison Encounter

When Cain Velasquez stepped in to do his time, he surely expected time, routine, and a lot of personal reflection. But what he didn’t expect was for the prison system to teach him anything about justice, as he met folks whose experiences made him wonder if the system always got it right.