Khabib Nurmagomedov’s decision to retire following his UFC 254 win over Justin Gaethje has left the lightweight belt up for grabs. As you may expect, bitter rival Conor McGregor was quick to respond on Twitter.
The former two-division champion praised Khabib for his performance, expressed condolences again for the passing of his father and trainer Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov, and also sprinkled in, “I will carry on.”
Good performance @TeamKhabib.
I will carry on.
Respect and condolences on your father again also. To you and family.
Yours sincerely, The McGregors.