In fear of losing vision, Canadian MMA prospect quits fighting after scary injury

Ergys Sigeta, a Canadian MMA prospect, has announced his retirement from professional MMA following an eye injury concern that might potentially blind him.

In fear of losing vision, Canadian MMA prospect quits fighting after scary injury

Ergys Sigeta has announced his retirement from professional MMA following an eye injury concern (via Tapology)

Physical injuries are part and parcel of any combat sport, especially Mixed Martial Arts. Ergys Sigeta, a promising Canadian MMA prospect, has made the painful choice to withdraw from the competition due to a serious eye injury. This information was disclosed in a recent Instagram post by the athlete himself. 

Aaron Bronsteter, an MMA reporter for Sportsnet, posted the statement on X. He expressed his support for Sigeta’s decision and best wishes for his future ambitions. This is what Sigesta had written:

Hey everyone, just wanted to take some time to let all my supporters, friends, family know that l've decided to step away from MMA. November 2022, in the lead up to my December fight I suffered a hole in my eye that scarred over…Now, present day, I don't feel like I want to get hit anymore. I'm hesitant in training, Ive been told there's a possibility of full vision loss, and given the small possibility of things that have happened, I just think looking out for my future is the best way forward.
Ergys Sigeta via Instagram Stories
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The choice to retire from competitive fighting is unquestionably significant. This is particularly true for an athlete on the verge of earning a name for themselves in the world of mixed martial arts. The revelation that Sigeta’s leaving was motivated by a fear of losing vision adds a tragic depth to the story. This emphasizes the possible implications and hazards involved with the demanding and physically rigorous nature of the sport.

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As Sigeta enters the next part of his life, the MMA community and fans alike send their best wishes. The story of an athlete prioritizing personal well-being over continuous competitiveness serves as a reminder that the people involved are human. 

Ergys Sigeta’s MMA career over the years

Ergys Sigeta was making waves in the welterweight division with his excellent exploits inside the cage. Sigeta, 26, was born on July 9, 1997, and stands 5’10” with a weight of 169 pounds. He is a member of Grant Brothers MMA, and his well-rounded skill set has helped him succeed in the professional MMA circuit.

Ergys Sigesta MMA record over his career
Ergys Sigeta’s MMA record over his career (via YouTube)

Sigeta has six victories and 0 defeats. His victories are spread out over many ways, demonstrating his flexibility as a fighter. Three of his victories were via knockout or technical knockout, resulting in a 50% knockout rate. He has also scored one win by submission, exhibiting expertise in ground tactics with a 17% submission record. Two of his triumphs have come from the judge’s decisions.

With a perfect record and a diverse skill set, Ergys Sigeta continues to attract attention in the MMA community. However, he has retired from the sport due to an eye injury scare. This has made him one of the biggest ‘what ifs’ in MMA history.

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