Manny Pacquiao reacts to Khabib's retirement: 'It was a privilege to watch you compete!'

Boxing’s lone eight-division champion Manny Pacquiao was one of the many world-class athletes who paid tribute Khabib Nurmagomedov after the latter announced his retirement.

Nurmagomedov successfully defended his UFC lightweight world title against Justin Gaethje via second-round technical submission last Sunday in the main event of UFC 254 at Fight Island in Yas Island, Abu Dhabi.

“Congrats to the goat @TeamKhabib on a great win and a great career! It was a privilege to watch you compete. Respect!” Pacquiao wrote on his Twitter.

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— Manny Pacquiao (@MannyPacquiao) October 24, 2020

The 32-year-old Russian surprised the world when he announced that he is calling it quits during the post-fight interview citing the loss of his father and that there is nothing left to prove.

He ends his career with a perfect MMA record of 29-0. — LA, GMA News