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Robbie Lawler, Rory MacDonald UFC 189 title rematch set for induction into UFC Hall of Fame this summer

Robbie Lawler vs. Rory MacDonald title rematch inducted into UFC hall of Fame UFC 189Robbie Lawler and Rory MacDonald can now officially label themselves UFC Hall of Fame inductees, with their memorable UFC 189 undisputed welterweight title fight rematch inducted into the organization’s Hall of Fame as part of the ‘Fight Wing’. Co-headlining UFC 189 during International Fight Week back in July 2015 beneath an interim featherweight title fight […]

Robbie Lawler vs. Rory MacDonald title rematch inducted into UFC hall of Fame UFC 189

Robbie Lawler and Rory MacDonald can now officially label themselves UFC Hall of Fame inductees, with their memorable UFC 189 undisputed welterweight title fight rematch inducted into the organization’s Hall of Fame as part of the ‘Fight Wing’.

Co-headlining UFC 189 during International Fight Week back in July 2015 beneath an interim featherweight title fight between Chad Mendes and Conor McGregor, Robbie Lawler and Canadian star, Rory MacDonald shared the Octagon in a rematch of a prior November 2013 clash.

Turning in a re-run for the ages in an instant classic and memorable showcase, then-undisputed welterweight champion, Lawler managed to successfully defend his crown for the first time as part of his undisputed title run, eventually finishing MacDonald with a fifth round TKO in their co-main event slot.

Robbie Lawler and Rory MacDonald receive UFC Hall of Fame inductions

And during the official broadcast for UFC 287 tonight in Miami, Florida, the promotion confirmed how the championship rematch between Robbie Lawler and Rory MacDonald would be inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame during an official ceremony during International Fight Week in July.

“An ICONIC moment in UFC history,” UFC tweeted. “Lawler vs. MacDonald 2 is headed to the #UFCHOF for good reason.” 

Joining a long-list of inductees this year, Lawler and MacDonald will go down in the annals alongside former lightweight champion, Jens Pulver, former featherweight kingpin, Jose Aldo, former middleweight icon, Anderson Silva, and veteran former title challenger, Donald Cerrone as the latest additions to the Hall of Fame hosted by the UFC this summer. 

Rory MacDonald Reveals What’s Next Following MMA Retirement

Rory MacDonald isn’t retiring without a plan of action for what’s next in his personal life and career. MacDonald recently announced his retirement after an MMA career that took place over 13 years. He most recently lost to Dilano Taylor in…

Rory MacDonald isn’t retiring without a plan of action for what’s next in his personal life and career. MacDonald recently announced his retirement after an MMA career that took place over 13 years. He most recently lost to Dilano Taylor in the PFL Playoffs and opted to hang up the gloves for good just hours…

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MMA Twitter Reacts To Rory MacDonald Announcing Retirement

The MMA community has had a lot to say about the recent retirement of Canadian mixed martial arts legend Rory Macdonald announcing his retirement from competition. After a strong career in the UFC and Bellator, MacDonald decided to end his career with …

The MMA community has had a lot to say about the recent retirement of Canadian mixed martial arts legend Rory Macdonald announcing his retirement from competition. After a strong career in the UFC and Bellator, MacDonald decided to end his career with a run in the PFL, attempting to cash in on their $1 million…

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Canadian MMA pioneer Rory MacDonald retires after knockout defeat: ‘Very much at peace with it’

Rory MacDonaldRory MacDonald has chosen to hang up the gloves after his latest knockout loss. This past Saturday, MacDonald took on Dilano Taylor in the PFL 8 2022 Playoffs. MacDonald was looking to use his grappling abilities from the get-go and appeared hesitant to get in striking exchanges. Taylor connected with a huge right cross to […]

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Rory MacDonald has chosen to hang up the gloves after his latest knockout loss.

This past Saturday, MacDonald took on Dilano Taylor in the PFL 8 2022 Playoffs. MacDonald was looking to use his grappling abilities from the get-go and appeared hesitant to get in striking exchanges. Taylor connected with a huge right cross to send MacDonald down to the canvas before securing the win with some ground strikes.

Following his first-ever opening-round defeat, MacDonald will be stepping away.

Rory MacDonald has retired after KO loss

Olivia, the wife of Rory MacDonald, took to Instagram stories to announce his retirement and that he’s “at peace” with it.

“So many emotions tonight. I ask that you be kind with your words. It’s been a wonderful journey to watch this man fight. Rory has hung up the gloves and very much at peace with it. To new beginnings.”

TSN Reporter Aaron Bronsteter uploaded screenshots from the stories, including another one that includes Rory being asked by his daughter if he placed his gloves on the ground, a traditional sign of retirement in MMA.

MacDonald was thinking of stepping away

MacDonald, a pioneer of Canadian MMA, had previously spoken about having double thoughts regarding competing in the sport where he has to inflict damage on his opponents. During his six-year run in the UFC, “Red King” got wins over former champions and notable opponents, including Nate Diaz, BJ Penn, and Tyron Woodley.

His contribution to the rise of MMA in Canada is unparalleled, bar one Georges St-Pierre. MacDonald left the UFC after dropping two consecutive bouts to Robbie Lawler and Stephen Thompson. He went on to the final phases of his professional career, winning some and losing some over the next six years.

MacDonald was one and four in his last five outings, with a sole win coming over Brett Cooper. He’s widely regarded as one of the toughest combatants in the game and his all-time classic brawls with Lawler will remain etched in history.

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Rory MacDonald Announces Retirement From MMA

Former UFC and Bellator fighter Rory MacDonald is hanging up the gloves following a professional career that spanned nearly two decades. MacDonald fell to short-notice replacement Dilano Taylor in the 2022 PFL welterweight semifinals on Saturday. He wa…

Former UFC and Bellator fighter Rory MacDonald is hanging up the gloves following a professional career that spanned nearly two decades. MacDonald fell to short-notice replacement Dilano Taylor in the 2022 PFL welterweight semifinals on Saturday. He was originally supposed to face Magomed Umalatov before Umalatov had issues acquiring a visa to travel to the…

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