Veteran former flyweight contender, Antonina Shevchenko — the sister of current champion, Valentina Shevchenko, has confirmed her immediate retirement from mixed martial arts competition, at the age of 40.
Shevchenko, a 14-fight professional veteran, made good on what has come as he final combat sports venture two years ago, landing a split decision win over Cortney Casey at UFC Vegas 58 three years ago, snapping a two-fight losing run.
A product of Dana White’s Contender Series, Shevchenko featured in the Octagon-proper on eight separate occasions during her seven-year tenure with the organization.
Antonina Shevchenko reveals MMA retirement
And in the midst of a new career as a pilot, Kyrgyzstan native, Shevchenko has confirmed her official retirement from combat sports, with immediate effect.