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Hold that Budweiser high - UFC fighters and fans pay heartfelt tribute to Cowboy Donald Cerrone following retirement

Donald Cerrone announces his retirment at UFC 276 has called it a career after his 49th professional MMA fight at UFC 276. The legendary 'Cowboy' announced his retirement after tapping out to fellow veteran at the 1:32 mark of the second round. Cerrone laid his iconic hat and gloves in the octagon, signaling the end of his competitive career. Watch the full clip below: The last ride of an iconic career. Thank you @CowboyCerrone ?The last ride of an iconic career. Thank you @CowboyCerrone ? Noticing Cerrone's gesture, Miller generously decided to end his post-fight interview and turn the spotlight over to his opponent. then moved over to interview the veteran, who said: "Thank you, Las Vegas. I'm glad my boys got to be here. Here they come now. I don’t love it anymore, Joe. It’s hard for me to get up [for fights], and this is the longest camp I’ve had in a long time. I’m not complaining to anybody, but I don’t love it anymore." However, it appears that Cerrone isn't planning on leaving the limelight just yet. The 39-year-old, who is apparently going to Hollywood, gave fans a hint about what's next for him: "I’m going to be a movie star, baby! It’s time to bow out. I’ve got to know when. This was the perfect event, man – a sold-out crowd in Las Vegas, talking to you. I’ve got my boys. It was one hell of a career, man. Hopefully one day, I’m in the [UFC] Hall of Fame. Thank you so much, UFC." Watch Donald Cerrone's announcement in the clip below: Rogan tried to hold back tears as he congratulated 'Cowboy' on his storied career. Cerrone's fans and fellow fighters promptly gave the UFC veteran a warm farewell on social media. Here's how the UFC community reacted to 'Cowboy's' retirement:

UFC fans and fighters react to Donald Cerrone s retirement

Belal Muhammad congratulated Donald Cerrone on his storied career. The middleweight contender indicated that he'll remember Cerrone as someone who will fight "anywhere, anyone, anytime." Congrats legend mr anywhere anyone anytime Congrats legend mr anywhere anyone anytime Fellow UFC icon B.J. Penn called 'Cowboy' an "absolute legend and great guy." Meanwhile, rising stars Jamahal Hill and Bryce Mitchell thanked Cerrone for his contributions to the sport. Thank you !!! An absolute legend and great guy ?Thank you !!! An absolute legend and great guy ? Thank you for all u have done for the game!!! Thank you for all u have done for the game!!! Thank u Cowboy

Thank u Cowboy Michael Chiesa and Tanner Bosser pointed out that 'Cowboy's' retirement marked the end of an era. Billy Quarantillo and Dan Ige, meanwhile, agreed that they have nothing but respect for Cerrone. The end of an era. The fighter I admired most when it came to living life to the fullest while being a competitor, paved the way fighters like me. Thank you Donald. The end of an era. The fighter I admired most when it came to living life to the fullest while being a competitor, paved the way fighters like me. Thank you Donald. Thus concludes the Legend of Cowboy. Goddamn. Thus concludes the Legend of Cowboy. Goddamn. Dang cowboy straight up legend of the sport Dang cowboy straight up legend of the sport Congratulations on an amazing career, thank you for all of the great fights. Congratulations on an amazing career, thank you for all of the great fights. Several fans also hopped on social media to congratulate Cerrone on his stellar UFC journey. Here are some of the best reactions to 'Cowboy's' announcement: One of the baddest men to ever step in the Octagon. Never said no to a fight and was willing to fight anyone, anywhere. An absolute living legend. Hold that Budweiser high and enjoy the next chapter brother. One of the baddest men to ever step in the Octagon. Never said no to a fight and was willing to fight anyone, anywhere. An absolute living legend. Hold that Budweiser high and enjoy the next chapter brother. Donald Cerrone always comes prepared... and a beer is never far Donald Cerrone always comes prepared... and a beer is never far Legend and future hall of famer!!! Legend and future hall of famer!!! "I don't love it anymore" my heart absolutely broke there "I don't love it anymore" my heart absolutely broke there Best Of Luck In Hollywood ? Best Of Luck In Hollywood ? One of the most likeable guy in the UFC One of the most likeable guy in the UFC Poll : 0 votes Quick Links More from Sportskeeda Thank You! Show More Comments No thanks Delete Cancel Update Reply ❮ ❯ No thanks Delete Cancel Update Reply ❮ ❯ Be the first one to comment on this story More from Sportskeeda Fetching more content... 1 Logout No Results Found