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Daily Mirror
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Harry Davies

Conor McGregor's instant reaction to Khabib's retirement speaks volumes

Conor McGregor insisted he "couldn't give a f***" about Khabib Nurmagomedov's retirement despite it scuppering plans for their potential rematch.

Nurmagomedov, who tapped out McGregor in their infamous 2018 grudge match, retired from fighting moments after beating Justin Gaethje to defend his lightweight title for the final time in October 2020. 'The Eagle' promised his mother that he wouldn't fight again following the tragic passing of his father Abdulmanap, who served as the main coach for most of his fighting career.

McGregor's reaction to Nurmagomedov's retirement has now been documented for the first time in his new Netflix series 'McGregor Forever'. The Irishman was very animated whilst watching the fight in his living room and was visibly disappointed when Nurmagomedov tapped out Gaethje. McGregor then shook his head and clapped his hands when Nurmagomedov announced he would no longer be fighting again.

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