Deaf UFC star Matt Hamill hears for the first time after 40 years with new hearing aids

Matt Hamill, a former UFC fighter, recently experienced hearing for the first time after using powerful hearing aids. Born deaf, he celebrated this milestone by hearing his mother and children's voices, which he had never experienced before. Hamill, who made history as the first deaf fighter in the UFC, shared his emotional journey on The Ariel Helwani Show. He described how he previously used a Morse code-like device before trying the new hearing aids suggested by his manager. This development marks a significant change in Hamill's life, allowing him to connect with his family in a way he never could before. He expressed joy at finally hearing his loved ones and is now interested in a rematch with Jon Jones, the only fighter he has defeated in the UFC.