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Weidman Reveals What Makes Thompson Angry

Chris Weidman says there is exactly one thing that breaks Stephen Thompson's legendary calm — people talking during movie previews. Weidman, a longtime friend of the retiring welterweight, recalled an incident when Thompson turned around in a theater and cursed out a group of moviegoers before the feature had even started.

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From Wonderboy to Wonderdad: Stephen Thompson Hangs Up His Gloves for Baby Girl

Stephen Thompson confirmed his fight against Charles Radtke at UFC 334 on Nov. 14 will be his last UFC bout The 43-year-old welcomed a baby girl in September,

MMA News / EssentiallySports / November 6

Ex-Title Challenger Announces Retirement Ahead of UFC 334 Bout

One of the fan-favorite UFC fighters is all set to ride off into the sunset this month. On November 14, former UFC welterweight title challenger Stephen ‘Wonderboy’ Thompson will face Charles Radtke on the UFC 334 card at Madison Square Garden, headlined by Ciryl Gane vs.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / November 6

'Wonderdad' Now: Stephen 'Wonderboy' Thompson Says UFC 334 Is His Last Fight — Baby Girl Changed Everything

Stephen Thompson has officially set the date for his final walk to the Octagon. The UFC welterweight fan favorite and two-time title challenger confirmed to James Lynch of Ozoon on Thursday that his Nov.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / November 5

Stephen Thompson Announces Retirement After UFC 334

Stephen Thompson will hang up his gloves after UFC 334 at Madison Square Garden. The 43-year-old welterweight confirmed to Ozoon that his November bout against Charles Radtke represents his final octagon appearance, according to reports from MMA Junkie and BJPenn.com.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / October 15

UFC Fight Night: Buckley vs. Malott — Preview & Storylines

UFC Fight Night: Buckley vs. Malott brings the Octagon back to Edmonton, Alberta, on Saturday, Oct. 17, with a welterweight main event between Joaquin Buckley and Canadian contender Mike Malott.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / September 30

Thompson On Why He Chose Radtke For Final UFC Fight

Stephen Thompson says he handpicked Charles Radtke for his retirement bout because he wants to give an unranked fighter the same shot established names once gave him.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / September 24

Woodley On Thompson's UFC 334 Retirement Fight

Tyron Woodley has thrown his support behind Stephen Thompson's retirement fight at UFC 334 in Madison Square Garden. Thompson will face Charles Radtke at the November event, marking his final appearance in the octagon at the same venue where he and Woodley fought twice for the welterweight title.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / September 20

Nowell (Pelicans), Thompson (Wolves) Latest Players Waived

Markquis Nowell of the Pelicans and Stephen Thompson of the Timberwolves were waived by their respective teams on Saturday, per NBA.com’s official transaction log.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / August 19

Thompson Warns On Rakhmonov's UFC Return

Stephen Thompson expects Shavkat Rakhmonov to return from his lengthy injury layoff sharper than ever. Rakhmonov has not competed since beating Ian Garry in December 2024, missing over 18 months after a knee injury scrapped what was expected to be a title shot.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / August 12

43-year-old fan favorite names ideal date and location for his UFC retirement fight

18-fight UFC veteran Stephen ‘Wonderboy’ Thompson has highlighted when and where he the final fight of his career to take place. The former UFC welterweight title challenger hasn’t fought since last July when he lost a split decision against surging contender, Gabriel Bonfim.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / August 12

Fan-Favorite Star Makes Final Demand to UFC, Issues Major Contract Update

Stephen Thompson is not ready to ride off into the sunset just yet. But if he gets his way, his final UFC fight will have one hell of a backdrop. With

MMA News / Athlon Sports / August 11

Stephen Thompson Aims for Thrilling Final UFC Fight at Madison Square Garden in November

UFC veteran Stephen ‘Wonderboy’ Thompson recently revealed that his next bout will be the final fight of his current UFC contract. The 43-year-old former title challenger has built a career on his charisma, fan-friendly style, and karate skills and hopes his next fight will take place in November at Madison Square Garden in New York.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / May 28

Stephen Thompson: Khamzat Chimaev beats Sean Strickland in rematch

Stephen Thompson believes Khamzat Chimaev would defeat Sean Strickland in a rematch, saying the Chechen did not look like his best self in their first meeting at UFC 327.

MMA News / MyMMANews.com / February 23

The Octagon Returns to Winnipeg for Thrilling UFC Fight Night

Winnipeg – The Octagon returns to Winnipeg with an exciting welterweight bout that will see former title challenger and No. 12 ranked contender Gilbert Burns battle Canadian standout Mike Malott.

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Former UFC champion got his head kicked into the cage to start one of the biggest falls from grace ever

On this day in 2016, a UFC legend’s steep decline began in Las Vegas. As the oldest active fighter on the roster, Stephen Thompson already has plans in mind for his retirement.

MMA News / MMA Knockout On SI / November 7, 2025

UFC Vegas 111: Bonfim vs. Brown full card, odds

For the second consecutive week, the UFC remains status quo with a Fight Night card from the UFC APEX. Amid a betting scandal rocking the MMA world from last week's event, the promotion pushes forward with a 12-fight card before taking a near month-long break from its home state.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 22, 2025

Stephen Thompson snubs the two men to have knocked him out when naming hardest hitter he’s encountered

Stephen Thompson has come across some incredibly dangerous competitors during his career. Even as the oldest fighter on the current UFC roster, ‘Wonderboy’ is proving to be a specialist who very few can match when he’s in his element.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / July 16, 2025

Stephen Thompson on controversial UFC Nashville decision: 'I didn't lose that fight'

When the scorecards were being read after his UFC Nashville co-main event bout against Gabriel Bonfim, Stephen Thompson thought he had done enough to win.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / July 15, 2025

Stephen Thompson Future With UFC Unknown

Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson’s night in Nashville was a rough one both physically and professionally. After dropping a split decision to rising contender

MMA News / HITC / July 13, 2025

Stephen Thompson speaks out after controversial UFC Nashville defeat and nasty shin injury

Stephen Thompson has spoken out following his contentious loss at UFC Nashville. ‘Wonderboy’ took on Gabriel Bonfim, a rising star in the welterweight division, in the co-main event of Saturday night’s card.

MMA News / MMA Knockout On SI / May 30, 2025

Stephen Thompson draws surprise name for UFC return

Stephen 'Wonderboy' Thompson is reportedly booked to return at UFC Nashville on July 12, against an opponent nobody saw coming. Thompson is riding out the twilight years of his career.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / May 30, 2025

UFC Nashville adds Stephen Thompson – Gabriel Bonfim

The UFC is heading to Nashville on July 12th and today the promotion announced a big time welterweight contest that’ll go down on the card. Former title challenger Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson (17-8-1) will look to defend his spot in the rankings as he takes on Brazilian Gabriel Bonfim (17-1).

MMA News / Total Apex Sports / September 25, 2024

Stephen Thompson’s Disappointment Over UFC 307 Prelims Placement

Stephen Thompson was looking forward to a five-round battle against Joaquin Buckley at UFC 307 and was sure that experience would make a difference in this aspect.