5 retirement fights for Donald 'Cowboy' Cerrone

#4. Donald Cerrone vs. Matt Brown II

Matt Brown has a record of 23-18

Donald Cerrone vs. Matt Brown could be another fun option between two UFC veterans. Brown is now 41 years old but still appears to be in good shape. He won his most recent fight last summer against Dhiego Lima. Given his lengthy run in the UFC, he appears to be a suitable opponent for 'Cowboy' at this stage of his career.

Matt Brown, like Jim Miller, has shown good form late in his career, recording three KO wins in his last five fights. In truth, this is why both men don't rank higher given that they have had a few wins in recent bouts. 'Cowboy', on his part, hasn't picked up a win in his last six, although he has admittedly been taking on stronger opponents during that time.

In any case, Brown has put together a long, successful career in the UFC that makes him deserving of consideration for Cerrone's retirement fight. These two fought in 2016 when 'Cowboy' was victorious via a third-round head kick knockout.

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#3. Donald Cerrone vs. Robbie Lawler II

Robbie Lawler has a record of 29-15 (1 NC)

Robbie Lawler is coming off the back of a win at UFC 266 but prior to that he had lost four straight. His last win before UFC 266 was a unanimous decision over 'Cowboy' in 2017. That result was considered rather controversial at the time and so why not run it back now?

Lawler, like 'Cowboy', has had a decorated run in the UFC and will always be a big name in the sport given his run with the UFC welterweight championship. He is also 39, meaning he is high-profile for this potential retirement fight, as well as being at somewhat of a similar point in his career that makes this a good fit.

'Cowboy' deserves a big name opponent for his retirement and Lawler is the highest profile name we have seen on this list thus far. Perhaps seeing these two legends square off would be the perfect send-off for Cerrone.