Khabib Nurmagomedov definitely retired

“After 29 victories, he’s 100% officially retired. It’s great to see Khabib Nurmagomedov play. Thank you for everything and enjoy whatever comes next, my friend.” , White writes on Instagram March 19.

After a few hours, Khabib Nurmagomedov also announced his retirement, and did not forget to thank the UFC team and fans.

“I would like to thank Dana White, the rest of the UFC team, for giving me the opportunity to express myself. You have changed so many people’s lives forever, for the subject. Dana, I will never forget your feelings, my dad will not forget, and my sons will always remember you.And also thank you for every team we have faced, all of you. trainees, fans. Hope that you will accept my retirement decision and understand me “, the Russian boxer wrote on Instagram.

Khabib announced his retirement in October 2020 after defeating Gaethje with an ancient lock in the second half at UFC 254. The 32-year-old boxer at the time said he did not have much interest in playing after the death of his father. as coach, Mr. Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov.

BT Sport summarizes Khabib’s UFC career

During the past time, UFC President Dana White, boxers and relatives have encouraged Khabib to return to play. It has also appeared that Russian boxers will rematch next time. However that did not happen.

Khabib has played MMA since 2008, fighting 29 matches and winning all, including 13 matches in UFC. The Russian boxer won the UFC title in 2018 when he defeated his American rival Al Iaquinta. After that, he successfully defended the title three times, in hand-to-hand matches with Conor McGregor, Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje.

With Khabib retired, the UFC light belt is being vacated. Chairman Dana White also revealed, “Iron” Chandler will fight “Do Bronx” Charles Oliveira to compete for this title at UFC 262 event on 15/5 to.

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