FaZe Temperrr, also known off-ring as Thomas Oliveira, has announced his retirement from crossover boxing after nearly two years of competition.
The FaZe Clan president announced the announcement via his X account, offering insights on his path and the hardships he endured. Temperrr made his boxing debut on March 5, 2022, on the Deji Olatunji-Alex Wassabi event, and won by unanimous decision.
However, his career yielded mixed results. He suffered a second-round knockout loss against Slim Albaher and another defeat to KSI. His final fight was a second-round technical knockout loss against MMA fighter and YouTuber Josh Brueckner.
In his announcement, FaZe Temperrr voiced a range of emotions. He reflected on the sacrifices and challenges that shaped his boxing career. While admitting the physical and emotional toll of the sport, he underlined the beneficial lessons learned and friendships formed.
Temperrr, who prioritizes his health and well-being, indicated that his retirement choice was motivated by the desire to focus on his fiancée and son’s future.
He praised God, his family, and close friends for their constant support. Despite retiring from boxing, he intimated that this might not be his last farewell, thanking his trainer, Malik Scott, and everyone who supported him.
Below reads his full post
As I close the chapter on my boxing journey, I’m filled with a mix of emotions. It’s been a relentless path, marked by sacrifices, trials, & tribulations that have tested me to my core. These past three years in the ring have been the toughest, most grueling years of my life. Boxing is a sport like no other—intense, unforgiving, & dangerous.
I’ve poured my heart & soul into this sport, giving everything I had, & in return, it’s taught me lessons I’ll carry with me for the rest of my life. I’ve learned the true meaning of perseverance, discipline, & resilience. The hours in the gym, running, the bruises & aches, the highs & lows—all of it has shaped me into the person I am today. But most importantly, this journey has gifted me with a brotherhood of friends, & for that, I am forever grateful.
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However, as I stand at this crossroads, I realize that my health & well-being must come first—for the sake of my fiancée, my son, & our future. The physical toll of boxing has become too great a risk to ignore, & continuing on this path could jeopardize everything I hold dear.
This isn’t a goodbye to the sport that I love, but a necessary step to ensure that I can be the partner & father that my family deserves. Malik, you have been more than a coach—you’ve been a mentor, a big brother, and an amazing human in my family’s lives. To all the incredible coaches & brothers at Brickhouse Boxing—thank you. Your guidance, belief in me, & the brotherhood we’ve built together mean more to me than words can express. You’ve pushed me beyond my limits & helped me discover a strength I never knew I had. I will always cherish the memories & bonds we’ve created. To @MamsTaylor
@MisfitsBoxing , thank you for being an integral part of my boxing journey. Im incredibly grateful for everything you’ve done for me & for the times we’ve shared. I want to express my deepest gratitude to God, my family, FaZe, all my friends & fans who have stood by me throughout this journey.
Your unwavering support has been my anchor, & I couldnt have made it this far without you. To everyone who’s been part of this ride, thank you. You’ve made this journey unforgettable.