Sage Northcutt, once envisioned as the UFC`s next major sensation, embarked on his MMA journey with a remarkable five consecutive victories, capturing the attention of Dana White and securing a contract. Affectionately known as `Super,` he swiftly became a crowd favorite, admired for his appealing looks, charismatic demeanor, and captivating fighting technique. Despite an impressive 6-2 record within the Octagon, Northcutt`s career trajectory shifted downward after his departure from the UFC.
Sage Northcutt`s Dramatic Career Shift
In May 2019, Sage Northcutt debuted with ONE Championship, but his inaugural fight proved disastrous. Cosmo Alexandre delivered a swift knockout within 30 seconds at ONE: Enter the Dragon. This devastating loss led to Northcutt taking a four-year hiatus from MMA, returning only in May 2023. His much-anticipated comeback at ONE Fight Night 10 resulted in a rapid submission victory in just 39 seconds. Over two years have passed since then, and he has not competed, seemingly showing no inclination to resume his fighting career.
This past Wednesday, news broke that Northcutt has taken on a new role as a real estate agent. The implications for his MMA career remain uncertain; it`s currently unknown if this signifies his official retirement from the sport or if he intends to compete again in 2026.
Al Iaquinta`s Transition to Real Estate
Sage Northcutt is not an anomaly in transitioning from MMA to real estate. Al Iaquinta notably pursued a successful real estate career concurrently with a significant portion of his UFC tenure, during which he faced high-profile opponents such as Khabib Nurmagomedov, Jorge Masvidal, Dan Hooker, and Donald `Cowboy` Cerrone. Recently, Iaquinta, known as `Raging,` definitively dismissed any prospects of an MMA return, having fully dedicated himself to his real estate endeavors.
“I`m incredibly active and successful in real estate. I`m part of an outstanding team with the Serra-Longo guys. I still frequent the gym, offering some assistance, training to stay sharp, and maintaining my mental well-being… Yet, there`s the other aspect, the business realm, which is experiencing exponential growth daily. My ability to commit to real estate with the same intensity I devoted to fighting assures me that no other broker or agent on Long Island, or even nationwide, can truly rival my efforts. I hold that conviction strongly.”
