 Gonzaga lost the fight via KO in the first round.On 30 September 2016 it was announced that Gonzaga will be retiring from the sport unless offered a 6-figure contract from the UFC.On 14 September 2017, it was announced that Gonzaga would be making his pro boxing debut for the Rivera Promotions Entertainment (RPE) boxing promotion on 26 October against Alejandro Esquilin Santiago.