Matt Hamill hears family for first time in 41 years after getting hearing aids

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Former UFC fighter Matt Hamill, 48, has announced he can hear for the first time in 41 years after receiving powerful digital hearing aids. He shared this news on Instagram, expressing joy at hearing his family's voices. Hamill, the first deaf fighter in the UFC, last competed in 2018. He is known for being the only fighter to defeat Jon Jones, though that victory was by disqualification. Hamill retired with a record of 12-8, having fought several UFC champions. He expressed excitement about adapting to his new hearing abilities in his New Year message.


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