Eryk Anders doesn’t want to coach fighters after UFC retirement

Eryk Anders announced his retirement after defeating Brad Tavares at UFC Vegas 114, marking the end of a decade-long MMA career.The middleweight earned a unanimous decision at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, then placed his gloves on the canvas to signal retirement. The Eryk Anders retirement followed a rebound win over Brad Tavares at UFC Vegas 114 after a prior knockout loss to Chris Leroy Duncan.Anders, 18-9 as a professional and 10-9 in the UFC, said he plans to coach jiu-jitsu for casual participants and fitness enthusiasts.He added that he does not intend to coach active fighters, citing the stress of watching athletes compete, and will focus on family and his gym.