3 Yoel Romero View attachment 753893 Height listed as 5ft11, in cage weight slightly above 200lbs, bf 9-10%, FFMI 25-25. Get the full fight history of Light Heavyweight MMA fighter Yoel Romero. 1 1 125 of 284 118 of 213 44% 55% 125 of 284 118 of 213 1 of 4 0 of 0 25% --- 0 0 0 0 0:13 0:06 Per round Fighter KD Sig. So it’s not a surprise that he is athletic and in great shape. Yoel Romero, Hard as Steel, The Cuban Wolverine some say he might be a Soviet superman soldier idk, I like it but still think he has genetic mutation, Who Else is a Genetic Freak Like him, ( Genetic Freak in a good way) Vote. Yoel Romero. 5 middleweight ranking in the UFC, Romero was released from. MMA news, interviews, pictures, videos and more since 1997. July 23, 2021:Yoel Romero hints at retiring- After breaking Bernard’s record. The Tim Kennedy-Yoel Romero match at UFC 178 furnished all the zing the fans had hoped for. Yoel ‘The Soldier Of God’ Romero| 40 Y/O God Given Genetics | Skill Breakdown. During his tenure in the premier American MMA promotion, the 45-year-old challenged for a UFC title thrice. Yoel Romero is one of the most astonishing fighters on this planet. Yoel Romero just looks like a fighter. Joe Rogan's Yoel Romero genetics story is going to be the MMA Show version of the T1 connection to play Quake story. Robert Whittaker for Interim Middleweight Championship 1:04 a. Yoel "Soldier of God" Romero MMA Stats, Pictures, News, Videos, Biography - Sherdog. Arsenal F. Yoel Romero's open. Romero (13-5 MMA, 9-4 UFC), a three-time UFC title challenger, has been released from his UFC contract, MMA Junkie verified with his manager, Malki Kawa, on Friday following an initial report from ESPN. Yoel Romero sees Dr Beau Hightower for neck pain. Romero (13-6 MMA, 0-1 BMMA), who moved up to light heavyweight when he signed with Bellator, has reciprocated Mousasi’s interest in a fight but is more concerned with becoming champion. Rogan revealed a story on The Joe Rogan Experience podcast about what a doctor said about Romero after examining him. Fighter Fighting Style Height Weight; Vadim Nemkov-6' 0" 205 lbs: Yoel Romero: Wrestling: 6' 0" 206 lbs: Fight History. Yoel Romero: Achievements. Yoel Romero's Top Finishes 02:09. Certainly is on reeves and grimeks (who was a world record holder in the military press) genetics level but he is an Olympic wrestling great after all. Added to fact he's been popped. Joined: Nov 22, 2010 Messages: 1,836 Likes Received: 27. Yoel Romero is now a Bellator MMA fighter. Ctrl Round 1 Yoel Romero . Great to see Romero enjoying him again. He addressed the media and says it was all a misunderstanding. I am seriously asking my Sherdog brothers how a person like Romero exists in this USADA modern era? I mean LOOK AT THE GUY. UFC commentator Joe Rogan recently shared a story that shed some light on just how special an athlete middleweight contender Yoel Romero is. Yoel Romero is the Champion We Deserve. Kindly advice. A place away from /r/bodybuilding & /r/steroids to discuss whether the people you. He also won the August 2019 Fight of the Month award by MMAJunkie. Heavyweight. Costa was awarded a unanimous decision because of a hat-trick of 29-28 scorecards thanks to his relentless striking. Sig. Is there a more genetically gifted and athletic fighter than Yoel Romero? The guy is 40 years old yet moves like a person who is in the prime of his life. 46: Years of age for Romero, who was born in Pinar del Rio, Cuba, on April 30, 1977. This title fight for Romero (15-6 MMA, 2-1 BMMA. Yes, Romero is 42. Binghamton Rumble Ponies activated 2B Yoel Romero from the 7-day injured list. A place away from r/bodybuilding and r/steroids to discuss whether the people…Two GIFs of Yoel Romero demonstrating immense strength; (1) Ankle picking his opponent and (2) Tossing a grown man around in a parking lot. Yoel will gain those extra inches back once he relaxes his traps. Romero has earned all 12 of his career stoppage victories by knockout. No one here is going to look like Romero. United States. yoel romero. Nov 12, 2020. In his MMA career he has won all the first 8 matches. He looks like an absolute FREAK OF NATURE, muscles on TOP of muscles, veins popping out THROUGH his arms and yet not ONCE has this guy EVER intentionally or conclusively tested positive for anabolic. Yoel Romero Clifford Starks 1 0 12 3 0 0 0 0 UFC on FOX: Henderson vs Melendez Apr. Yoel Romero 0 2 128 111 0 3 0 0 UFC 225: Whittaker vs. Romero has fought against some of the popular mixed martial artists of the world. The still-jacked Romero (13-5) will throw hands with light heavyweight power puncher Anthony Johnson at the upcoming Bellator 257 event on Showtime, scheduled for Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville. Known for his explosive power, exceptional athleticism, and unyielding fighting spirit, Romero has become a force to be reckoned with inside the octagon. UFC middleweight Yoel Romero agreed to a six-month suspension after testing positive for the growth hormone secretagogue Ibutamoren. In front of over 12,000 fans, Robert Whittaker beat Yoel Romero in a five-round war to claim the interim middleweight belt at UFC 213. He has a fused fucking spine. Yoel Romero is a name that resonates within the world of mixed martial arts. Would You Put Yoel Romero In The Top 5 Genetic Freaks In MMA History? Discussion in 'UFC Discussion' started by bogeyj, May 27, 2022. att Rev. Few natty people. Yoel Romero was suspended by the USADA for six months in 2016 after testing positive for a banned substance. I guess if he was as successful as Usman it would be more of an issue because it's affecting the division more, but ya. Let's relax with the whole genetics bullshit, he's juiced to his fucking teeth. Yoel Romero vs. CHICAGO – Vadim Nemkov thinks he’s cleaned out the Bellator light heavyweight division and is now considering a move up to face the big boys after Bellator 297. But not 40. 6:32. The 36-year-old from Pinar del Rio, Cuba, dubbed “Soldier of God” is a new name to the MMA community with a record of 5-1, but Romero has been one of the most popular. The two best pre steroid era bodybuilders, and now Yoel. ago. Yoel Romero . 161K subscribers in the nattyorjuice community. Both Mousasi (49-7-2 MMA, 7-1. Yoel Romero, también conocido como el "El soldado de dios" es un peleador con una genética brutal. That man fought a murders row before departing with the UFC. Looks like training has begun. As Joe Rogan rightly said, Yoel is blessed with some ‘crazy Cuban’ genetics. UFC on FOX 11: Liz Carmouche vs. ID-tagged fighters carry ID-tagged needles, use ID-tagged gloves. Yoel Romero is a Christian. There are numerous examples of judges giving close, or not even close decisions to the champ (GSP vs. 1. Yoel Romero said his release from the UFC was "completely unexpected," explaining that he was training with the hope he would be one or two wins from another title shot. Forums > Fight Discussion > UFC Discussion > Would You Put Yoel Romero In The Top 5 Genetic Freaks In MMA History? Discussion in 'UFC Discussion' started by. Benson Henderson headlines Bellator 285 against Peter Queally, right after Yoel Romero battles Melvin Manhoef in the co-main event. Say what you will about Yoel Romero, but the fact of the matter is he's a genetic freak. Romero: Sep 27, 2014. UFC 241: Thrill & Agony Sneak Peak Must. Yoel Romero Palacio April 30, 1977 (age 46) Pinar del Río, Cuba: Other names: Soldier of God: Residence: Miami, Florida, U. Speaking on a recent episode of the Joe Rogan Experience podcast, the commentator shared a story that he heard from UFC President Dana White. Aged. Despite being one of the more senior fighters today, Yoel Romero doesn’t plan to retire any time soon. . Take a moment to watch and appreciate Yoel Romero's insane UFC 213 open workout. I know smartasses will say "PEDs" but seriously, the dude is a beast. Or his genetics are seriously crazy. While Romero won the bout that night, the fight had its considerable share of dissensions. Discussion in 'UFC Discussion' started by Ether13, Mar 3, 2020. His physique gives plenty for Sherdoggers to talk about. The Stool Gate Controversy: Did Yoel Romero Pull Off a Dirty Trick. But with 10 seconds left between the second and third rounds of his fight with Tim Kennedy, Yoel Romero was sitting on a stool. What makes his physique remarkable is that he still looks like Mr. A genetic freak and tireless worker, the former. Whittaker was a mixed martial arts event produced by the Ultimate Fighting Championship held on July 8, 2017, at T-Mobile Arena in Paradise, Nevada, part of the Las Vegas metropolitan area. This UFC fighter has been said to be the most unusual human being. But Yoel looks super human. 99. May or may not be natty, but those who follow MMA know that this guy is a genetic freak. Click to expand. With UFC judging in mind, Yoel Romero is the greatest fighter to never be champion. Bear in mind he's 5ft10. Yoel Romero at UFC 178 – a fight he claims ended his career. Bellator 300 was a milestone event for the promotion but Bellator 301 looks even better. Rico Van Huizen (the guy pictured in the first link) uses a cocktail of drugs. But this kid is probably still toddler-aged, looks crazy ngl. That dude is. Nationality: Cuban American: Height: 5 ft 10 in. And it’s not just about big muscles. Messages: 9,592 Likes Received: 10,989 Location: Fight Kit Shorts. UncleEmu • GOOFCON 1 • 3 yr. UFC 241: Yoel Romero vs. Yoel Romero . att Rev. 5” competing in figure w/ OCB, wellness w/ NPC. Yoel Romero. Yoel Romero . There's an idea that be the champ, you need to beat the champ. Promotion officials verified to MMA Junkie following an initial report from CBSSports. Thats a complicated routine, and injecting them several things you must take as well to avoid gyno, and estrogen spikes, and your nipples from lactating. However, that’s not the case for Romero – far from it. Imo that rules him out as it becomes too difficult to separate genetic gifts from pharmaceutical gifts. Also, to address something regarding the whole Tim Kennedy fight If you go back and watch the fight against Tim Kennedy, Yoel won round 1 and was winning all of round 2, Yoel was landing & Kennedy couldn't touch him, right up until Kennedy illegally grabbed inside Yoel's glove at the final seconds of. Yoel "Soldier of God" Romero goes toe-to-toe with Alex Polizzi in this Light Heavyweight bout as the 46-year-old searches for his first Bellator win at #bell. Yoel "Cuban Experiment" Romero halfheartedly attempts a rolling thunder which provokes very little reaction from Israel "Not The Country But The Person" Adesanya. This fight ended up being a huge clutter and an offbeat in Ultimate Fighting. Even the doctor who examined Yoel, later said that he had never seen anything like that before, such tendon, ligament size before. Yoel Romero sued the company in a lawsuit that he ended up winning in 2019. Yoel Romero had only one loss in his professional fighting career when he made his UFC debut. ago. Years of training at an Olympic level for wrestling have certainly created an. . Rafael Cavalcante, the first man to beat “Soldier of God” in MMA, wants in. Joined: Sep 1, 2014 Messages: 11,695 Likes Received: 6,014. 4, was moving back up to 205 pounds for the first. Rico Van Huizen (the guy pictured in the first link) uses a cocktail of drugs. But if the ufc was full of A level athletes like the NFL, he wouldn’t even be considered a freak. 45 million in the lawsuit. The middleweight showdown between Yoel Romero and Paulo Costa had a sense of "blink and you'll miss it" ahead of UFC 241. Yoel Romero . Yoel Romero will look to notch his first Bellator win when he meets a fellow veteran in May. He's well known for utilizing his grappling skills to get. When Yoel Romero was awarded $27. In the co-main event, featherweight champion. While additional conversations still need to be had, promotion. That is all. Weird ass punches and weird ass footwork. 9% of the population could spend their lives training and physically wouldn’t be able to accomplish what this guy has Reply. Binghamton Rumble Ponies placed 2B Yoel Romero on the 7-day injured list. Anthony Pettis -230. There is no doubt that UFC fighter Yoel Romero is a heck of a physic specimen and according to a story Joe Rogan heard, Romero may be a one-of-a-kind human being. Achieving Yoel’s physique isn’t impressive in and of itself if you’re roiding and weight training for body building purposes. Romero Jun / 16 / 2023: Decision (Unanimous) Rob Madrigal VIEW PLAY-BY-PLAY: 3: 5:00: loss: Yoel Romero: Bellator 280 - Bader vs. Chael claimed to be on “TRT” when he had a 17-1 Test to EpiTest ratio (normal is less than 4-1, closer to 1-1) after all. 23. Yoel’s only chance in that fight is to wrestle the entire time and we haven’t seen him do that since whittaker 1. USAwrestling532, Jul 6, 2017 #2. Vadim Nemkov continued his unblemished run in Bellator on Friday when he registered a title defense against Yoel Romero in the Bellator 297 headliner. Israel Adesanya def. Nemkov (16-2 MMA, 9-0 BMMA) delivered a five-round display of striking excellence against the former UFC title challenger Romero (15-7 MMA, 2-2 BMMA), who had almost nothing to offer. Daniel Omielanczuk +475. He says even regular common people of Cuba look like him. So yeah, they are on PEDs. I just am a lazy fucker lol. However, things turned out for the better. Tim Kennedy reflected on the anniversary of his fight vs. S. Kongo 2 May / 06 / 2022: TKO (Punches. He has a reach of 73 and a half-inch. Romero is best. 15-7-0. People need to stop thinking “Gee, I don’t know. 1, hands down X-men shit, complete mutant. He represented Cuba in the Olympics and even won a Silver medal at the biggest stage. 2 promotion and win his first major undisputed title at Bellator 297. Unsurprisingly, the second round was the closest, with 59. MMA news, interviews, pictures, videos and more since 1997. usatodaysports. The difference here is just pure genetics. Rafael Natal 01:31. Yoel can still hit like a missile and probably will be able to when he is 50. ” According to Rogan, the UFC brought Romero to an optometrist following one of his recent bouts with the promotion to have his orbital area examined. The lawsuit was worth $27. “ [UFC President] Dana White gave me this information. Neither his brother nor his father ever did. Would You Put Yoel Romero In The Top 5 Genetic Freaks In MMA History? Discussion in 'UFC Discussion' started by bogeyj, May 27, 2022. Even though we all know him as a striker, he came into MMA from wrestling. “He’s a fuckin specimen” Yoel Romero 👿🥊AKA The Soldier of God ‘s Monster Genetics 🧬 #boxing #joerogan #soldierofgod150,000. He has a fused fucking spine. The industry pioneer in UFC, Bellator and all things MMA (aka Ultimate Fighting). 2. The 45-year-old, who faces Alex Polizzi at Bellator 280 in Paris on Friday, credits the country in shaping the athlete he is today, but challenges some of its sporting. 19 Facts About Yoel Romero. There’s probably no love lost between UFC Hall of Famer Michael Bisping and Yoel Romero. ago. Paulo Costa vs Yoel Romero UFC 241 – August 17, 2019 Paulo Costa of Brazil and Yoel Romero of Cuba taunt each other in their middleweight bout during the UFC 241 event at the Honda Center on. “Feijao. That injury and subsequent surgery could have been life-threatening, he said. 5-24. LISTEN UP. Novitsky then said he wanted to add Romero to the list of fighters he will continue testing this summer. Romero's longevity is clearly a source of pride, but he’s no longer focused so much on the baubles. Romero, 38, tested positive for Ibutamoren following an out-of-competition test conducted on December 16, 2015 in. 19 & claims natty, says it’s not his genetics but “you’re just lazy”. Net Worth, Salary & Earnings of Yoel Romero in 2023. Freak of nature. Yoel Romero Rafael Cavalcante 0 2 26 17 0 1 0 0 Strikeforce - Barnett vs. I'm in agreement most fighters are on some PED but I really believe. Its that third world genetics man, like Yoel spoke of when you work that fields and grew up poor you develop those muscles, both Pac and Yoel grew up dirt poor and worked hard. Yoel Romero looks like this at 44 years old. Free Fight: Paulo Costa vs Yoel Romero. 0 kg. But this kid is probably still toddler-aged, looks crazy ngl. Despite a lukewarm response to his free agency earlier this month, Scott Coker and Co. Or his genetics are seriously crazy. No everybody have that Yoel Romero genetics. 5 middleweight ranking in the UFC, Romero was released from. 1 1 125 of 284 118 of 213 44% 55% 125 of 284 118 of 213 1 of 4 0 of 0 25% --- 0 0 0 0 0:13 0:06 Per round Fighter KD Sig. Romero, an ageless wonder who dropped a handful of close decisions in competitive fights against UFC's 185-pound elite before his release on Dec. Cardio naturally lowers your myostatin. There is no doubt that UFC fighter Yoel Romero is a heck of a physic specimen and according to a story Joe Rogan heard, Romero may be a one-of-a-kind human being. Costa was awarded a unanimous decision because of a hat-trick of 29-28 scorecards thanks to his relentless striking. Trending Sports video in Dominican Republic Apr 25, 2023 The List of Today's Top 50 YouTube Sports video in Dominican Republic, Last Updated 15 Minutes Ago. Despite trailing on the scorecards after the first two rounds. Gentside Sport. Yoel "Soldier of God" Romero goes toe-to-toe with Alex Polizzi in this Light Heavyweight bout as the 46-year-old searches for his first Bellator win at #bell. But his amazing genetics and athleticism. Currently 103 lbs , eating 116 pro/ 50g carbs / 35g fats with a slightly higher day 1-2 times a week. That's beyond the genetic potential of anyone just lifting weights for size -- let alone training cardio, MMA, strength, etc. The promotion has booked Bellator 297 for June 16 at Wintrust Arena where light heavyweight champion Vadim Nemkov (16-2 MMA, 8-0 BMMA) will face Yoel Romero (15-6 MMA, 2-1 BMMA) in the night’s headliner. Dec 16, 2020, 11:45 AM ET. twitter. 0 0 2 of 11 4 of 6. Poor comparison. He's competed in a total of 65 rounds, meaning his professional fights last 3 rounds on average. GSP 5ft10, cage weight 185-190lbs, bf 11%. You look at those Mr Olympia guys and they look deformed almost. Download the UFC Mobile App for past & live fights and more!Yoel Romero took to the mic following his victory over Lyoto Machida at UFC Fight Night 70's main event in Hollywood, Fla. Page 1 of 2 1 2 Next > Ether13 Purple Belt. “He’s a fuckin specimen” Yoel Romero 👿🥊AKA The Soldier of God ‘s Monster Genetics 🧬 #boxing #joerogan #soldierofgodYoel Romero Return: MMA News: Yoel Romero, the former UFC middleweight title challenger, is set to make his return to the Bellator cage. Miesha Tate Preview 01:55. , to call on Americans to embrace Jesus in a bizarre post-fight interview. With an impressive record and an intimidating presence, he has captivated both. UFC 213: Romero vs. Romero took on Alex Polizzi in the co-main event of Friday’s Bellator 280 event in Paris — the second. % Total str. If anyone can naturally out physique late 40s bodybuilders it would be Yoel. Bear in mind he's 5ft10 : r/nattyorjuice. (Photos courtesy of Bellator MMA/Lucas Noonan) Be sure to visit the MMA Junkie Instagram page and YouTube channel to discuss this and more content with fans of mixed martial arts. Reply. Yoel is a case of good genetics (muscle shape and muscle bellies) and copious amounts of PEDs. Joined: Jul 16, 2016 Messages: 1,976 Likes Received: 393. Colton Smith FFTT: Dana Vlog November Fight Week. anybody, etc). Ronny Markes 01:20. In his return to light heavyweight, Romero (13-6 MMA, 0-1. Bellator announced that Romero will face light heavyweight champion Vadim Nemkov in the main event of Bellator 297 on June 16 in Chicago. Thursday, fighters hit the scales at the host hotel ahead of Friday’s event at 3Arena. 50% Rubber, 50% springs, 100% Cuban sugar water baby Reply. Related Topics UFC MMA Combat sport Sports comments sorted by Best Top New Controversial Q&A. Olympia while undergoing the extreme cardiovascular rigors of MMA training, which tends to deplete muscle mass. Daaaaamn!!! Vulcan, Apr 15, 2019 #1. I mean this seriously, without it being an insult, but gullible is the first thing that comes to mind when these threads pop up on this website. Yoel has the thickest eye ligaments a doctor has ever seen. There are similarities between most of the Caribbean Spanish dialects in that they almost universally don’t pronounce the “s” at the end of words, drop the “d” at the end of words and if it’s the second to last letter (ex canda’o instead of candado) the “d” sound gets dropped too. Yoel Romero is the most tested fighter in the UFC by USADA, having been tested a total of 22 times. later agreed to terms with “Soldier of God,” who will abandon. KO of the Week: Tim Kennedy vs. "Best case scenario for Sean is he does a Yoel Romero and just try to get a moral victory in a five-round defeat. ago. Is Ivan Shtyrkov The Only Guy w Better Genetics than Yoel Romero? Discussion in 'UFC Discussion' started by Vulcan, Apr 15, 2019. Su genética está en el top 0,00001% de la población y es s. com that Romero will face the. Unlike the huge buzz surrounding his originally scheduled Bellator MMA debut in May against Anthony "Rumble" Johnson, it seems as if Yoel Romero is riding a bit under the radar entering Saturday's. but there is still an insane amount of hard work and a major genetic key into someone like Yoel. Trainer Pedro Lay is talking about Yoel Romero, the 42-year-old UFC title challenger, who, with one look, will make you realise just how unathletic you really are. Yoel Romero won’t likely be the last notable name to be released from the UFC in the near future. 777R Blue Belt. Some fans of the 5ft Romero saw it as a David Vs Goliath matchup, while others described. Yoel is 5 ft 10 inches (178 cm) tall and weighs 185 lb ( 84 kg). Sherdog Forums | UFC, MMA & Boxing Discussion. The full list of salaries from Bellator 266 can be viewed below: Yoel Romero: $150,000. 45 million by a New Jersey civil court on. Israel Adesanya doesn’t really have a problem with fellow middleweight contender Darren Till, but he takes issue with his attitude towards Yoel Romero. On Friday night, light heavyweight champion Vadim Nemkov attempted to take on the role of Father Time when he defended his. Yeah a guy like Romero always screamed PEDs, but just because someone looks soft or natural (Anderson Silva and Josh Barnett are two examples) doesn't mean they're 100% off the hook. Slipknotallday1212 Banned Banned. On Friday night, Romero gets one last chance at becoming a champion when he faces off against Vadim Nemkov for the light heavyweight title at Bellator 297 on Friday. Genuinely interested to what people think. MMA Trivia: Yoel Romero's younger brother is former IBF Cruiserweight World Champion Yoan Pablo Hernández (29-1). Romero is best known for earning a silver medal in freestyle wrestling at the 2000 summer games in Sydney Australia, representing his home country of Cuba. Yoel was born on April 30, 1997, in Pinar del Rio, Cuba. . The highly decorated Cuban wrestler is just hours away from one of the biggest. Now, you might think the UFC still holds a better 205-pound weight class, and that’s fine. ESPN. UFC fighter Yoel Romero was awarded $27. Romero” is set to air TONIGHT (Sat. Yoel Romero tries to hide his immense disappointment in a guy’s pad work. He is dark-skinned with black hair and black eyes. att Rev. 5, also above 40 years old. – Yoel Romero made his long-awaited first walk to the Bellator cage Saturday, where he had his promotional debut spoiled by former light heavyweight champion Phil Davis. MMA Junkie : Vinc Pichel blasts Ismael Bonfim after UFC cancellation: 'I decided to take away his ability to fight and make money'. Sig. com “[The doctor] said [Romero’s] tendons in his eyes are four times larger than a normal person’s,” Rogan added. His best win is Gegard Mousasi, who was a favorable matchup for him. #joerogan #jre #jorgemasvidal Taken from JRE MMA Show #137. If you took one look at Yoel Romero and had to guess what division he competes in, you’d probably say heavyweight - the Cuban former UFC fighter. Also, likely filling them with an insane. Yoel’s main intention of fighting for another decade is his desire to overtake Bernard Hopkins. “I had an injury beforehand that was much worse, and I had the risk of losing my life,” Romero told MMAjunkie after. By Tom Taylor - November 11, 2020. Dec 16, 2020, 11:45 AM ET. : Round 5 to Whittaker (10-9, 48-47 Whittaker). 5, also above 40 years old. Includes information on opponents, fight results and event details. Alex Polizzi via TKO (punches) – Round 3, 4:59 Synopsis: After a split decision loss to former light heavyweight champion Phil Davis in his promotional debut, Romero was looking to bounce back in a big way. Woodley, Lombard and. The Cuban has a chiseled body that seems too good to be purely natural. Reply . Yoel Romero was one such fighter who found himself. USADA announced today that UFC athlete, Yoel Romero, of Miami, Fla. What makes his physique remarkable is that he still looks like Mr. Rogan began. In fact, there's an argument to be made for Yoel Romero being the best athlete on the UFC's roster. At UFC 213, he was able to make $430,000. With. -- Contrary to what your eyes might tell you during his fights, Yoel Romero is quite adamant that he is, indeed, of this planet. Page 11 of 12 < Prev 1. Built like he was carved out of stone, there has always been something superhuman about Romero. Our description of Yoel Romero vs. It depends on what your threshold is for considering it steroids. Nolan King. ago. Bernard retired from boxing at the age of 51. CHICAGO -- For years, Yoel Romero has been one of MMA's ageless wonders. However, most fans are not.