“What a performance!” Conor McGregor, Charles Oliveira, and UFC world salute Max Holloway and ‘The Korean Zombie’ for electrifying performance

Chan Sung Jung's decision to retire from MMA competition after the bout adds an extra layer of significance for UFC Singapore.

“What a performance!” Conor McGregor, Charles Oliveira, and UFC world salute Max Holloway and ‘The Korean Zombie’ for electrifying performance

The Korean Zombie in his final fight (Image via UFC Twitter)

Chang Sung Jung, popularly known as “The Korean Zombie,” has retired from MMA. Max Holloway emerged victorious in the UFC Singapore main event with a third-round knockout against TKZ. The event took place at the Singapore Indoor Stadium.

Chan Sung Jung’s decision to retire from MMA competition following the bout adds another layer of significance to the event. “The Korean Zombie” had established himself as a fan-favorite fighter known for his exciting fighting style. His retirement marks the end of a chapter in his career and leaves a lasting impression on the sport and its fans.

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The fight had exciting action. The beginning of the third round saw a fierce exchange unfold, creating a sequence where one of the fighters potentially faced disaster. Ultimately, TKZ ended up on the canvas, his face meeting the mat as Holloway landed a precise right hand.

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Overall, this event revealed the unpredictable nature of MMA and the skill required to succeed at the highest level. Zombie’s retirement added a bittersweet touch to the culmination of his career in the octagon. As the seasoned veteran exited the Singapore Indoor Arena, the familiar strains of his walkout song, “Zombie” by The Cranberries, echoed once more within the arena.

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Pros react to The Korean Zombie’s retirement from MMA

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Conor McGregor (Image Courtesy – Belfast Live)

Professional fighters in MMA and the MMA media paid tribute to the career of The Korean Zombie. Conor McGregor, Dustin Poirier, Alan Jouban, and Teddy Atlas are among the few who posted on X (formerly Twitter). See what the pros said about “The Korean Zombie”.

https://twitter.com/TheNotoriousMMA/status/1695455207759475073?s=20
https://twitter.com/Wrestling_live8/status/1695466477443551342?s=20

In his UFC tenure, TKZ has defeated the likes of Dustin Poirier and Frankie Edgar. His finish of Leonard Garcia via twister was a sight to behold. He also competed for the featherweight title twice in his career. He will be sorely missed.

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