Cain Velasquez Returns Home After Prison Release

Cain Velasquez is back home after serving 11 months of his formal prison term. He was released in February 2026 and is now adjusting to a new way of life.

What happened?

Cain Velasquez was charged with attempted murder and gun assault charges in 2022. He pleaded no contest in August 2024 and was sentenced to five years in prison. The former UFC heavyweight was credited with 1,283 days for time already served.

Why it matters for Cain Velasquez

Velasquez's release from prison marks a new beginning for the former UFC heavyweight. He has received support from fans and the MMA community, including Khabib Nurmagomedov and Daniel Cormier. Velasquez expressed his gratitude for the love and encouragement in an Instagram post.

What comes next?

Cain Velasquez will serve four years of supervised probation. He is taking time to get used to his new life and spend time with his family. Velasquez's son was allegedly molested by Harry Goularte, which led to the incident in 2022. Goularte is still undergoing court proceedings. And Velasquez is focusing on his recovery and rebuilding his life. But the road to recovery will not be easy for the former UFC heavyweight. So Velasquez is taking things slowly and getting back to his normal routine. He is grateful for the support of his fans and the MMA community. The former UFC heavyweight is looking forward to starting a new chapter in his life.