Former Strikeforce champion Nate Marquardt signs with Titan FC, set to debut on Aug. 6

Nate Marquardt has a home for his MMA return.

The former Strikeforce welterweight champion and longtime UFC contender has signed with Titan FC, as he’s looks to make a comeback from retirement. Marquardt (35–19–2) is set to make his Titan FC debut on an Aug. 6 event.

The news was announced by Marquardt on Friday’s broadcast of Titan FC 70 in Miami, Fla. MMA Junkie confirmed the news with officials, who also informed that Marquardt is awaiting an opponent and will likely compete at middleweight.

The 42-year-old last fought in November 2017 when he suffered a split-decision defeat to Cezar Ferreira at UFC Fight Night 120. The loss to Ferreira marked the end of his second stint in the UFC, which ran from 2013 to 2017.

Prior to that, Marquardt competed under the Strikeforce banner where he won the welterweight title, knocking out Tyron Woodley. His first run with the UFC extended from 2005 to 2011 where Marquardt cemented himself as one of the best middleweights in the world.

“The Great” Marquardt has been competing in MMA since 1999. He holds notable wins over Demian Maia, Rousimar Palhares, C.B. Dollaway, Martin Kampmann, Woodley and others.