"Tai Tuivasa disclosed his desired weight reduction for a return to the Octagon."
A New Fight for "Bam Bam"
It's a tricky situation for UFC heavyweight contender Tai Tuivasa. To keep his career going, he's got to shed some pounds. At the moment, he tips the scales at a hefty 140kg, which is a bulky 20kg over the UFC's heavyweight limit. Tuivasa confessed this during a chat with Ariel Helwani:
"I'm aiming for a comeback at the start of next year. As it stands, I'm 308 pounds. I need to hit the gym and get back in shape."
A refresher: "Bam Bam" is on a string of five straight losses, four of which ended prematurely. His last victory came in 2022 when he decked Derrick Lewis in the second round.
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(According to various sources, Tai Tuivasa's recent weight surge exceeds the UFC heavyweight limit of 265 pounds. Having taken a break following a five-fight losing streak, "Bam Bam" has revealed his intent to tackle his weight issue head-on by resuming training and fitness with the goal of making a UFC heavyweight comeback in early 2026. Despite criticism from fans, Tuivasa remains optimistic about his ability to compete at a high level, while also expressing a dismissive view of several heavyweight competitors, except for Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall.)
Tai Tuivasa's Fitness Comeback
Tuivasa's weight escalation during his break from fighting is apparent, but the heavyweight contender is determined to get back in shape. He shares his plan to get back in the gym and focus on losing the excess weight. Tuivasa explained to Ariel Helwani that the break has given him a chance to regroup both mentally and physically. Despite the string of losses, he's adamant that he's far from retiring. Instead, he's focused on proving himself once more in the octagon.
The Weight of Criticism
Fans have been quick to express their disappointment over Tuivasa's current condition, with some demanding that he cuts weight or even hang up his gloves. However, Tuivasa appears unfazed by the criticism and remains confident in his ability to succeed in the UFC. He has even dismissed some other heavyweight competitors, stating that only Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall stand out in the division.
Conclusion
Tai Tuivasa is aiming to tackle his weight issue head-on by committing to a rigorous training routine and focusing on shedding the excess pounds. With the goal of making a UFC heavyweight comeback in early 2026, Tuivasa hopes to silence his critics and once again prove his worth in the octagon. Whether fans will be supportive or skeptical, only time will tell. But one thing is certain: "Bam Bam" is ready to fight once more.
- "Tai Tuivasa, popularly known as 'Bam Bam', is determined to overcome his weight issue and return to the UFC octagon in early 2026."
- "Despite being 308 pounds, Tuivasa plans to get back in the gym and focus on shedding the excess weight exceeding the UFC heavyweight limit."
- "Some heavyweight competitors have been dismissed by Tuivasa himself, leaving only Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall as notable competitors in his eyes."
- "The heavyweight contender remans optimistic about his ability to compete at a high level, despite the string of five straight losses he's currently on."
