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Jim Miller's Final UFC Fight
Jim Miller prepares for his last UFC fight at 43 after 21 years in the sport.
In brief
Jim Miller prepares for his last UFC fight at 43 after 21 years in the sport. Jim Miller will fight for his 40th win at UFC 334 before retiring in 2027. Originally reported by UFC.
Jim Miller's Fight Kits
Jim Miller has his UFC 200 and UFC 205 fight kits framed in his office.
“Honestly, it doesn’t mean s***! It’s just some stats, and this is not a sport of stats.”
Miller on Stats vs Moments
Miller says the sport is about moments, not stats, and he’s had blood on the canvas.
“It’s a sport of moments, and I’ve had moments, I’ve had impact.”
Lyme Disease and Cancer
Miller competed after a Lyme disease diagnosis and cancer treatment for his son.
“Moments like competing at UFC 200 shortly after being diagnosed with Lyme disease”
Madison Square Garden Event
Miller was part of the first UFC event at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
“Moments like being a part of the first UFC event at Madison Square Garden”
Family Victory
Miller won a fight in front of his family in May after his son was cancer-free.
“Moments like competing in front of his family in May, securing a victory”
43-Year-Old Fighter
Miller, 43, has 28 wins and 47 fights before his final UFC match.
“43-year-old said”
Family Support
Miller and his family drove around to support his health and fighting schedule.
“My wife and I driving around, putting tons of miles on the cars”
Fighting in Underwear
Miller fought in his underwear during a tough patch with his family.
“That was the thing. Getting through that tough patch and being able to be with him for roughly half of his radiation and chemo appointments”
No Punching Clock
Miller has never punched a clock or used a timecard, preferring family time.
“I don’t even know what it’s called because I never had to do it”
Older Fighters
Miller says older fighters often get stopped or win decisions, not staying competitive.
“There are guys that have been older than me fighting in the UFC, and there still are a couple, but that’s not how their careers end”
Physical Changes
Miller’s body changed after 2016 diagnosis, making him less able to sprint.
“By the time I get diagnosed, it’s 2016, and I should still be in my physical prime”
Adapting to Age
Miller adapted to his body changing, recognizing he’s not the same as when he was younger.
“I had to change and when I see some of these other guys that are getting older, in their late 30s, early 40s”
Final Fight Goals
Miller aims for 50 UFC appearances and 30 wins before retiring in 2027.
“Knowing that has allowed Miller to continue engaging in entertaining fights, earning victories”
Last Fight
Miller will fight Terrance McKinney at UFC 334 for his 40th win before retiring.
“He has announced that Fight No. 50 will be the last of his career”
At a glance
Jim Miller will fight for his 40th win at UFC 334 before retiring in 2027.
