MMA community reacts to Khabib's unexpected retirement post UFC 254 win over Gaethje

The much awaited UFC 254 is done and dusted and what a night it was. Khabib showed that he is indeed the “Greatest of all Time” with some unbelievable display. He was just too good for Justin. And what’s more, Khabib announced his retirement from the sport, citing the death and eventual unavailability of his father. It was a sight to behold, as the tough Dagestani broke down uncontrollably after beating Justin.

Khabib left the world in awe, and this is how top fighters and the MMA community reacted to his victory and his eventual retirement.

“Respect and condolences to you and your family” – Conor McGregor

I want to congratulate Khabib for an outstanding career. I know he made his father along with millions of fans around the world incredibly proud today. May God continue to bless him on his journey.
— BONY (@JonnyBones) October 24, 2020

Jon Jones said that Khabib made his father proud and wished him good on his journey.

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

Khabib’s biggest rival Conor McGregor congratulated Khabib and poured in his condolences.

So dope!! 🙏🏻 congrats @TeamKhabib https://t.co/DQ2CxMtRJr
— Stephen Thompson (@WonderboyMMA) October 24, 2020

Wonderboy Thompson tweeted his congratulations.

Dana White says at the post-fight presser that Khabib broke his foot three weeks ago and never told anyone. #UFC254
— Shaheen Al-Shatti (@shaunalshatti) October 24, 2020

Incredible mental toughness to carry that weight and perform to that standard.

He told nobody.
Not even Javier Mendez.

I hope @TeamKhabib can find some peace and happiness away from the octagon.

The Nurmagomedov name changed MMA forever. #UFC254 @btsportufc 🦅
— Adam Catterall (@AdamCatterall) October 24, 2020

Undisputed
— The Diamond (@DustinPoirier) October 24, 2020

Congratulations to the greatest champion in @ufc history. What a career, we are forever grateful for the time we got to spend with you my brother. 29-0 undefeated and undisputed. #weareaka #eaglesmma #fathersplan #heissoproud ⁦@TeamKhabib⁩ pic.twitter.com/uXjiT34JuV
— Daniel Cormier (@dc_mma) October 24, 2020

One of Khabib’s closest friends and training partner Daniel Cormier penned an emotional tribute.

The best to ever do it @TeamKhabib
— Cody Garbrandt (@Cody_Nolove) October 24, 2020

Khabib Nurmagomedov: "I promised my mother this is going to be my last fight." #UFC254 pic.twitter.com/XnkDyMFdAP
— Chamatkar Sandhu (@SandhuMMA) October 24, 2020

Khabib takes off his gloves.

“This is my last fight."
— Ariel Helwani (@arielhelwani) October 24, 2020

29-0. After a masterful, skilled, beautifully well rounded performance Khabib leaves his gloves in the octagon and announces his retirement. Wow.
— Megan Olivi (@MeganOlivi) October 24, 2020

He’s definitely #1 pound for pound!! Congratulations on a great career #UFC254
— Alex Volkanovski (@alexvolkanovski) October 24, 2020

Thank you for showing us your heart inside that cage GOAT @TeamKhabib #UFC254
— #OnAmission4Gold (@KelvinGastelum) October 24, 2020

Man I’m tearing up .Khabib champ
— Belal Muhammad (@bullyb170) October 24, 2020

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MMA community reacts to Khabib’s unexpected retirement post UFC 254 win over Gaethje

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