Conor McGregor announces retirement from MMA

Conor McGregor took to Twitter to announce his retirement from MMA on Tuesday morning, Manila time.

“I’ve decided to retire from the sport formally known as ‘mixed martial art’ today,” The two-time UFC World Champion began.

“I wish all my old colleagues well going forward in competition. I now join my former partners on this venture, already in retirement.”

Conor ended his statement with a virtual cheers: “Proper Pina Colades on me fellas!”

Hey guys quick announcement, I’ve decided to retire from the sport formally known as “Mixed Martial Art” today.
I wish all my old colleagues well going forward in competition.
I now join my former partners on this venture, already in retirement.
Proper Pina Coladas on me fellas!

— Conor McGregor (@TheNotoriousMMA) March 26, 2019

Conor began his MMA career 11 years ago in 2008, winning the featherweight and lightweight divisions of Cagewarriors in 2012.

He is also the first fighter in UFC to hold two titles simultaneously. In 2017, he tried his hand in professional boxing. — LA, GMA News