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UFC's Dana White Says Khabib Is 'Officially Retired': 'Thank You for Everything'

Bleacher Report | March 19, 2021

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Khabib Nurmagomedov will stay retired despite speculation he will return to the Octagon.

UFC President Dana White announced Khabib's decision on Twitter Thursday:

danawhite

29-0 it is. He is ud83dudcaf officially retired. It was incredible to watch you work @TeamKhabib thank you for EVERYTHING and enjoy whatever is next my friend. https://t.co/QeoSP12zw2

The 32-year-old had initially announced his retirement at UFC 254 in October 2020:

He stepped away from the sport after defeating Justin Gaethje by submission, his third straight defense of the lightweight title after also stopping both Conor McGregor and Dustin Poirier.

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