Normgomedov's retirement announcement has drawn reactions • UFC President Dana White has revealed that the fighter broke his leg 3 weeks ago: "He's the toughest man on earth" • George St. Pierre complimented: "Perhaps the best ever", and even the sworn opponent Conor McGregor tweeted
Normgomedov in his last victory of his career
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"It was my last fight. There's no way I'm coming here anymore without my dad."
This is how Habib Normgomedov announced his retirement, immediately after defeating Justin Geichi and rising to a 0-29 career balance.
The father of the MMA fighter, who served as his coach passed away last July at the age of 57.
What happened to this guy, we're all lucky to see him fight tonight, "UFC President Dana White revealed," I hear rumors of things I did not know about, that you will hear about when he comes out later.
Apparently he was in the hospital, he broke his leg three weeks ago.
So he has two broken toes and a broken bone in his foot, or something.
He is the toughest human being on earth, the No. 1 fighter in the world.
I'm starting to consider him a GOAT. "
Even arch-rival Conor McGregor tweeted on his Twitter account: "Good-bye dear, I will continue from here. Respect and condolences to your father again, to you and your family."
"It was an exemplary performance," George St. Pierre said after the fight.
"The closest possible to a perfect fight against a very threatening opponent. What a wonderful way to end his career. He left a huge legacy. One of the best ever, perhaps the best."
Boxer Manny Pacquiao wrote: "Congratulations to Habib for a great victory and a great career. It was a privilege to see you fight. Respect!".
Khabib Nurmagomedov announced his retirement after # UFC254, walking away with an undefeated record of 29-0.
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- ESPN MMA (@espnmma) October 24, 2020
The best to ever do it @TeamKhabib
- Cody Garbrandt (@Cody_Nolove) October 24, 2020
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
Congratulations to my brother @TeamKhabib and keep your head up my brother @Justin_Gaethje # UFC254
- KAMARU USMAN (@ USMAN84kg) October 24, 2020
Congrats to the @TeamKhabib on a great win and a great career!
It was a privilege to watch you compete.
Respect!
# UFC254
- Manny Pacquiao (@MannyPacquiao) October 24, 2020
I'm 100% behind giving @TeamKhabib the # 1 P4P ranking!
Absolutely earned!
Congrats on an AMAZING career.
You are an inspiration.
Much love.
# UFC254
- Stephen Thompson (@WonderboyMMA) October 24, 2020
Khabib Nurmagomedov left a legacy that will last forever.
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- ESPN MMA (@espnmma) October 25, 2020