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There probably won’t be a McGregor-Nurmagomedov rematch and it seems like Conor is just fine with that.
On Saturday at UFC 254, Khabib Nurmagomedov made quick work of Justin Gaethje and immediately announced his retirement from MMA because he promised his mother he would not fight anymore after his father passed away from COVID in July.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is overcome with emotion as he defeats Justin Gaethje in the second round via a triangle choke. He remains undefeated with a 29-0 record 🤜#UFC254 pic.twitter.com/ZXb0OxZQLf
— SuperSport 🏆 (@SuperSportTV) October 24, 2020
"I promised my mother this is going to be my last fight."
"I only want one thing from the UFC, I want to be number one pound-for-pound fighter in the world."@TeamKhabib announces his retirement from MMA. Wow 🙏 #UFC254 pic.twitter.com/RFnCyu2X0W
— UFC on TNT Sports (@ufcontnt) October 24, 2020
Khabib’s longtime nemesis Conor McGregor took to Twitter and sent his former rival classy message after his retirement announcement.
Good performance @TeamKhabib.
I will carry on.
Respect and condolences on your father again also. To you and family.
Yours sincerely, The McGregors.— Conor McGregor (@TheNotoriousMMA) October 24, 2020
Pretty cool of McGregor to drop the beef and show Khabib respect after his emotional retirement from MMA.