Ahead of UFC 323, Jalin Turner discusses his love for skateboarding, new religious devotion, and his return to the octagon against Edson Barboza after a period of soul-searching following his retirement.
LAS VEGAS—In the lead-up to UFC 323, Jalin Turner, a seasoned lightweight, chats with MMA Fighting’s José Youngs. They dive into everything from his passion for skateboarding to his newfound religious devotion. And more.
Turner (14-9) has been off the radar since his retirement announcement. This came after a submission loss to Ignacio Bahamondes at UFC 313 in March. That fight marked his second consecutive stoppage loss. Not to mention, his fourth defeat in five bouts.
But wait—after months of introspection, “The Tarantula” is back! He’s stepping into the octagon once more. This time against the formidable Edson Barboza on the preliminary card at T-Mobile Arena. Exciting, right?