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UFC Ex-Champ Conor McGregor Retires For Third Time

UFC Ex-Champ Conor McGregor Retires For Third Time

June 7, 2020 12:16 pm

Mixed martial arts superstar Conor McGregor announced his retirement from the sport on Sunday, his third time of doing so.

The two-division Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) World Champion said his fighting days were over in a Twitter message posted on his verified account, alongside a picture of the Irishman with his mother, Margaret.

“Hey guys I’ve decided to retire from fighting. Thank you all for the amazing memories! What a ride it’s been!” he wrote.

“Here is a picture of myself and my mother in Las Vegas post one of my World title wins! Pick the home of your dreams

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Adesanya Beats Romero To Retain UFC Title

Adesanya Beats Romero To Retain UFC Title

March 8, 2020 6:45 am
Nigerian-New Zealander Israel Adesanya has retained the UFC middleweight title, beating Cuban Yoel Romero at UFC 248 in the fifth round.

The judges scored the five-round fight at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas 48-47, 48-47, 49-46 in the Adesanya’s favour.

According to the report by stuff.co.nz, the first round was as cagey as they come, with the two fighters dancing around each other inside the Octagon.

“There were only seven strikes, with Romero landing four to Adesanya’s three, including a blow above the Kiwi’s left eye.

“Romero landed another big shot early in the second round, where the duo kept …

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