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Khabib Nurmagomedov Explains Why He Retired After His Father’s Passing

UFC Hall of Famer revealed that his father’s death in 2020 brought an early end to his career. “If my father were alive, he would’ve made me fight longer,” Khabib said, recalling his emotional retirement after defeating Justin Gaethje in Abu Dhabi. He admitted fans wanted the long-awaited Tony Ferguson bout, but ultimately chose to honor his mother’s wish to retire.