“A Marvelous Career” Pros react to Rory MacDonald announcing his retirement from MMA after lastest 1st round loss

“A Marvelous Career” Pros react to Rory MacDonald announcing his retirement from MMA after lastest 1st round loss

Rory retires with an MMA record of 23-10-1

Rory MacDonald will have a special place in the heart of MMA fans for the wars he’s provided us with. Be it his war against Robbie Lawler, his barnburner with Carlos Condit Or him absolutely ragdolling Nate Diaz, Rory has cemented his place in MMA.

At 33, the Canadian has announced that he’s walking away from the sport. This follows a string of losses with occasional wins. Before his second fight against Lawler, Rory boasted a respectable 18-2 record. Since then he’s gone on to be 23-10-1 throughout his days in the UFC, Bellator and PFL. He replicated his success in Bellator where he won the welterweight title, however, couldn’t do the same in the PFL.
it was his most recent loss to Dilano Taylor at PFL 8 that might have led to him finally having made up his mind. Rory lost the fight via a 1st round TKO.

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The pros came out to support and show love to the veteran as he walks out into a new chapter in life

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Rory MacDonald retires from MMA after 17 years \

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Rory and Lawler at the end of round 4 of the rematch

Here’s how the Pros reacted to Rory’s retirement.

Gilbert thanked Rory for all the highlights wishing him the best in his future with his family.

UFC Vet, Bisping congratulated Rory on his remarkable career.

BJ Penn had some advice for Rory who was retiring with a loss on his record

His former boss, Scott Coker of Bellator also out out a message for his former champion.

Ariel noted his fellow Canadian for standing by him during one of the toughest points in his MMA reporting career

And finally Anik came in with the fine woven praises.

Do you rank Rory among the best fighters in the UFC’s history to have never won a championship? Let us know below.

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