Former NFL player Greg Hardy might need to consider a new career path, as his performance in both boxing and MMA has been underwhelming.
In 2022, the UFC decided not to renew Greg Hardy’s contract after he experienced a disheartening three-bout losing streak. Hardy’s transition from the NFL to MMA had initially garnered significant attention, but his performances failed to meet expectations.
After his UFC stint, Hardy ventured into bare-knuckle boxing. Unfortunately, his debut with BKFC ended disastrously, with Hardy being knocked out in his first bout. The transition to bare-knuckle boxing proved to be a steep challenge for the former NFL defensive end.
Hardy didn’t stop there; he moved on to compete in Team Combat League boxing. However, his struggles continued. Eleven months ago, he suffered another knockout in the ring. This marked yet another setback in his combat sports career.
The pattern of defeats persisted as Hardy faced another brutal knockout on Thursday night. This latest loss further highlighted his difficulties in adjusting to the demands of professional boxing.
Greg Hardy’s career in combat sports is not the only aspect of his life that has drawn attention. During his time in the NFL, he was at the center of serious domestic violence allegations.
Following his recent knockout, football fans took to social media to mock Hardy. This shows the widespread negativity surrounding his post-NFL endeavors.
One user wrote: “Nothing brings this wonderfull country together like watching greg hardy get knocked out again”
Another commenter wrote: “A national bonding experience, with popcorn and a side of schadenfreude.”
Another user referenced his criminal past and wrote: “Man got caught beating his woman, and now allows other men to beat on him. Greg Hardy is trying really hard to get even”
A fan commented: “Praying for Greg Hardy…..NOT!😎”
Given his repeated setbacks in both MMA and boxing, Greg Hardy might need to reevaluate his career choices. His persistence in combat sports has not yielded the success he may have hoped for, and it could be time for the former NFL star to find new professional avenues more suited to his skill set.
