Donald Cerrone (36-17-0) is not only renowned for his fearless approach to fighting, taking on opponents anytime and anywhere, but also for mentoring many fellow fighters throughout his career. This may surprise some, but it’s no shock to those familiar with ‘Cowboy’s legacy of keeping fans on the edge of their seats.

After announcing his retirement in 2022, Cerrone made waves last year with a surprising announcement about his return to the UFC, leaving both fans and UFC CEO Dana White in disbelief. White, taken aback by the news, labeled the veteran’s return as “love him, hate that,” even offering him a different role in the promotion if financial issues were the reason for his comeback.

However, ‘Cowboy’ made it clear that his sole purpose for returning is to complete 50 fights under the Zuffa umbrella, which includes both UFC and WEC. Cerrone’s highly anticipated return is reportedly set for the upcoming Fourth of July International Fight Week, which he revealed during an interview with Dale Brisby. While Cerrone has his sights set on returning to the welterweight division, he also has the 185lbs division in mind. “I think it’s gonna be 185 (lbs), we’ll see how my weight holds up once I start getting back into training,” Cowboy shared.

As news of Cerrone’s return circulates, former UFC fighter and current BKFC middleweight contender Mike Perry recently reflected on his training sessions with ‘Cowboy’ at the Jackson-Wink MMA gym. In a conversation with UFC welterweight contender Stephen ‘Wonderboy’ Thompson on the Overdogs Podcast with Mike Perry.

‘Platinum’ shared his experience, saying, “He groomed me, so Cowboy groomed me. We were training together. He was holding back, and like, obviously, I was pulling my punches. It’s training; I wasn’t trying to be in there like, ‘Well, Cowboy’s famous, I want to try to upstage him,’ but I was trying to learn, too. “

He continued, “he just tried to hold me down…He let me take him down in the fight. And then I get—I get the reversal, ’cause he reversed me, and then I get him off my back and get back on top of him. And he’s just baiting me and waiting, holding my wrist. He’s in full control on the bottom, and he snatched my arm.”

As the Denver export approaches his second run with the UFC, he remains a living legend in the world of MMA. Despite never capturing a UFC title over his storied career, Cerrone has been an indispensable figure in the sport, earning respect from fans and fighters alike.

Now, as he nears his 50th fight under the Zuffa banner, many are wondering if ‘Cowboy’ will look to switch coaches after his milestone achievement. With his 42nd birthday approaching on March 29, the question of how he will perform in the Octagon upon his return is more relevant than ever. Let’s explore the source of Cowboy’s enduring power and what drives him to keep fighting.

Donald Cerrone opens up about his TRT usage

After a tough stretch of six losses in his last seven outings, Donald Cerrone decided to retire following a submission defeat to Jim Miller via guillotine choke. However, after stepping back from the spotlight for a while, ‘Cowboy’ made an unexpected return with newfound power and confidence, similar to Captain America after receiving the super soldier serum. At 41, Cerrone stunned the MMA community by announcing his comeback, challenging the typical narrative for fighters nearing the end of their careers. But what’s fueling this remarkable resurgence?

The Denver export has been candid about his use of TRT (Testosterone Replacement Therapy), a practice often endorsed by Joe Rogan. During his time away from the UFC, Cerrone turned to TRT and other peptides to heal his body, particularly addressing brain injuries. With USADA no longer in the picture, and regulations becoming less restrictive, Cerrone has been more open about his recovery journey, even sharing details on his YouTube channel.

In a recent video, he revealed his secret, saying, “After getting that cleaned up, I’m feeling back to my healthy state. Yes, I was on TRT and other peptides, which helped heal all the injuries I had, mainly my brain. It’s actually legal to still take to this day in the UFC. They call it ‘the foundation,’ and it helps revitalize your cells…I can’t wait to get through them, and then I’m bowing out. I’m walking away.”

TRT has gained a reputation as a “miracle cure” for athletes like Liam Harrison and Aaron Rodgers, who have also turned to it for recovery. Given Donald Cerrone’s return and his use of TRT, do you think he can make a successful comeback to the Octagon? Drop your thoughts below.