Longtime mixed martial arts (MMA) legend Chael Sonnen has announced his retirement from the sport.
Earlier tonight (Fri. June 14, 2019) Sonnen was defeated in the co-main event of Bellator 222 from Madison Square Garden in New York City. Former UFC light heavyweight champion Lyoto Machida finished “The Bad Guy” in the second round after dropping Sonnen with a knee, and finishing him with some nasty ground-and-pound on the canvas.
In his post-fight interview with “Big” John McCarthy, Sonnen announced that this would be his last fight in MMA competition. Sonnen placed his gloves in the center of the cage and walked away.
Check out his announcement below:
“I’m walking out, I appreciate the memories, and goodbye.”
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