Fight fans were in shock to hear the news yesterday that Welsh standout Jack ‘Tank’ Shore has put down the gloves and called an end to incredible Mixed Martial Arts career.
Jack took to social media with a heartfelt message, stating that he was offered a new deal with the UFC, but has decided his time in the Octagon is over.
“Hello guys, been quiet for a while enjoying time with my friends and family,”
“As what may come as a surprise to a few I’ve decided to hang up the gloves on my professional fighting career. After fighting out my contract and taking some time to think about what’s next it’s clear to me that my time with professional fighting is done.”
“Although I had the chance to re-sign with UFC I’ve decided my times done. I want to thank the UFC for letting me live out my childhood dream of fighting for the world’s biggest organization and against some of the best in the world, I’ve enjoyed every minute!”
“From what started as a kid with a dream led me to amateur titles, world titles, and living out my dream of fighting in the UFC. I can truly say for every single fight I gave the training and the fights my all, never said no, never asked questions just kept my head down, stayed true to myself, and achieved more than I ever thought possible.”
“For the entirety of my 20s fighting and training was my life and sole focus, however, the last few weeks/months have showed this is no longer the case. And I always promised myself when I was mentality checked out I would retire from the sport rather than the sport retire me. Injuries have caught up with me after a lifetime in the sport. I’m leaving with my mental in check, good health, financially stable, and am fully ready to move onto the future.”
Looking back, Jack has stood out as one of the most explosive warriors to have erupted out of the UK. From his incredible amateur Journey, where he remained undefeated across all 12 bouts, spanning 3 organisations as well as the IMMAF’s leading to his remarkable professional journey.
Jack, like many on the UFC roster, held an impeccable record with Cage Warriors, holding Bantamweight gold as well as remaining undefeated across all 13 includes before the UFC snapped him up.
With his 17-3 record set in stone, Jack’s accolades will forever echo in the UK, and in my opinion, the world of Mixed Martial Arts.
All of us here at MMA UK wish Jack a happy retirement, and I’m sure it won’t be too long before we see you in a different aspect of the fight game.
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