Conor McGregor says he's done fighting. (John Locher, File)Conor McGregor, one of the most marketable names in mixed martial arts and a former UFC champion in two weight classes, announced his retirement in the wee hours of Tuesday morning via his Twitter account. Hey guys quick announcement, I’ve decided to retire from the sport formally known as “Mixed Martial Art” today. — Conor McGregor (@TheNotoriousMMA) March 26, 2019McGregor has fought sparingly in the octagon in recent years. As a result, the Nevada State Athletic Commission suspended Nurmagomedov for nine months and McGregor for six, a sanction that was scheduled to end April 6.

Source: Washington Post March 26, 2019 11:07 UTC