Former WWE Star Loses Pro MMA Debut Via First Round TKO (VIDEO)

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Former WWE star Jack Claffey has reacted to his TKO loss during his professional MMA debut.

Claffey, who previously wrestled for WWE as Jack Gallagher faced Marlon Jones during the December 17 Full Contact Contender, FCC 32 event.

The ex-WWE star suffered a loss, with Jones scoring a TKO victory in the first round.

Claffey took to Instagram following his bout to admit that he’s disappointed, but plans to return stronger than ever in 2023.

Claffey wrote:

Very disappointed in myself and my performance. Happy the night ended with a win for @blackiechan_soda, who’s worked exceptionally hard for it. (Pictured here doing his best Steve Austin impression.)

Thank you to everyone that’s reached out. Messages of support are always welcomed and appreciated.

One win and one loss in 2022; life is all about balance. Bring on 2023!

But first, coffee, cake, and @clara_sinclare.

Claffey previously competed in amateur MMA bouts in 2015 and 2016, winning both via submission.

He made his bare knuckle boxing debut in May, defeating Rick Caruso via KO at BKFC 25.

Claffey joined WWE in 2016, making his debut for the promotion as part of the Cruiserweight Classic tournament.

He was released by WWE in June 2020, the same day a serious allegation was made public as part of the Speaking Out movement. Claffey addressed the allegation at the time in a statement which you can read at this link.

Marlon Jones brings it EARLY and gets the first-round TKO finish

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— FullContactContender (@FCCMMA) December 17, 2022

 

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