Zabit Magomedsharipov appears to be in good spirits as he leaves his fighting days behind.
It was reported Wednesday that the former UFC featherweight contender had informed the promotion of his decision to retire and Magomedsharipov confirmed the news Thursday via a statement on Instagram.
Magomedsharipov stated that he retired because of “disruptions in fights and health problems”.
Assalamu alaikum friends! I know that many of you were waiting for my return, there was not a single day that someone did not ask when is my next fight was. But I decided to end my pro sports career.
Disruptions of fights, and then health problems – all this did not allow me to perform/fight earlier. Although I feel better now, I still don’t feel as good as I did before.
Thank you for your support over the years. Although I did not have the time or resources to be a champion, I believe I was capable of entertaining and pleasing you
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I cease to be an active athlete, but I do not leave the sport. I know something, and can share it with others.
So don’t say goodbye, friends!
Magomedsharipov, 31, won 18 of 19 pro bouts including a perfect 6-0 mark in the UFC that included notable wins over Calvin Kattar and Jeremy Stephens. However, he was plagued by inactivity, having last competed in November 2019.
He didn’t specify his specific reasons for retiring or the nature of any health problems.
