Yahoo Movies Twitter reacts to Donald ‘Cowboy’ Cerrone’s retirement at UFC 276
Donald Cerrone is riding off into the sunset.
Cerrone (36-17 MMA, 23-14 UFC), who is one of the most decorated fighters in UFC history, announced his decision to walk away from the sport Saturday following a submission loss to Jim Miller (35-16 MMA, 24-15 UFC) at UFC 276, which took place at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
“Cowboy” is one of the most beloved fighters in the history of the sport, and that was proven with the feedback he received from his fellow fighters after making his announcement.
Check below for the top Twitter reactions to Cerrone’s retirement at UFC 276.
UFC
The last ride of an iconic career. Thank you @CowboyCerrone 👏🤠 pic.twitter.com/LEF6Lnea6i
— UFC (@ufc) July 3, 2022
BJ Penn
Thank you @Cowboycerrone!!! An absolute legend and great guy 🤠
— bjpenndotcom (@bjpenndotcom) July 3, 2022
Terrance McKinney
It’s been a honor Donald Cerrone you the man 🙏
— Terrance ‘T Wrecks’ McKinney (@twrecks155) July 3, 2022
Belal Muhammad
Congrats legend mr anywhere anyone anytime 🙏🙏🙏
— Belal Muhammad (@bullyb170) July 3, 2022
Billy Quarantillo
Dang cowboy straight up legend of the sport #respect #ufc276
— Billy Quarantillo (@BillyQMMA) July 3, 2022
Vince Morales
Daaaaaamn! Cowboy pulling on all the heartstrings 😭 #UFC276
— Vince Morales (@vandetta135) July 3, 2022
Jared Vanderaa
We are going to miss you Cowboy #UFC276 good win for Jim Miller
— Jared Vanderaa (@Jaredvanderaa) July 3, 2022
Ariane Carnelossi
Congratulations @Cowboycerrone 🙏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
— Ariane “Sorriso” Carnelossi (@ArianeSorrisoo) July 3, 2022
Ryan Quinn
What a legendary night. Donald Cowboy Cerrone (@Cowboycerrone) thank you for all you’ve done for our sport. #UFC276 #UFC #cowboy
— Ryan Quinn (@thecornermanmma) July 3, 2022
Alan Jouban
This is a sad for MMA but a new chapter for the “movie star” Legend @Cowboycerrone!! All love and respect my friend!! #UFC276
— Alan Jouban (@AlanJouban) July 3, 2022
Patrick Cote
Happy retirement @Cowboycerrone ! It was a honor to share the octagon with you !! #ufc276 @ufc #ufcrds @ufcrds pic.twitter.com/Iz9whsgpre
— patrick cote (@patrick_cote) July 3, 2022
Kyle Noke
The best to ever do it. Hats off the @Cowboycerrone love ya mate #UFC276
— Kyle Noke (@KyleNoke) July 3, 2022
Dan Ige
Congratulations @Cowboycerrone on an amazing career, thank you for all of the great fights. #Legend
— Dan “50k” Ige (@Dynamitedan808) July 3, 2022
Kay Hansen
Amazing career for Cerrone and what a record to break for Miller. Love to see it #UFC276
— Kay Hansen (@KayHansenMMA) July 3, 2022
Jamie Mullarkey
Such a fight between 2 legends 👏 #ufc276
— Jamie Mullarkey (@jamie_mullarkey) July 3, 2022
Diana Belbita
We will not see Cowboy in the octagon anymore ☹
Congrats for a great career🤍#UFC276— Diana Belbiță (@DianaBelbita) July 3, 2022
Tanner Boser
Thus concludes the Legend of Cowboy. Goddamn. #ufc276 #AnyoneAnywhereAnytime
— Tanner Boser (@BulldozerBoser) July 3, 2022
Charles Jourdain
@Cowboycerrone Thank you.
Legend. Inspiration. Cowboy 🫡🤠#UFC276
— CharlesAirJourdain (@JourdainAir) July 3, 2022
Julie Kedzie
https://twitter.com/julesk_fighter/status/1543406456120217606
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Mark O Madsen
What a moment. Thank @Cowboycerrone 🙏 Standing ovation #TMOBILEARENA 🫡 Enjoy retirement Cowboy 🇺🇸
— Mark O. Madsen (@MarkTheOlympian) July 3, 2022
Michael Chiesa
The end of an era. The fighter I admired most when it came to living life to the fullest while being a competitor, @Cowboycerrone paved the way fighters like me. Thank you Donald. #UFC276
— Michael Chiesa (@MikeMav22) July 3, 2022
Jamahal Hill
Thank you @Cowboycerrone for all u have done for the game!!!#UFC276 #Legend
— Jamahal Hill (@JamahalH) July 3, 2022
Mason Jones
Honestly Donald Cerrone has been a icon in this sport! Amazing career & I wish him all the best in retirement!!
— Mason Jones (@MasonJones1995) July 3, 2022
MMA Junkie
.@CowboyCerrone is riding off into the sunset. 🤠#UFC276 | Read more: https://t.co/VK05i8hZwE pic.twitter.com/mQeJtAsBVW
— MMA Junkie (@MMAJunkie) July 3, 2022
Eduardo Dantas
Cowboy made history. He fought with the entire division, won many and learned from everyone. He did a lot for MMA. He’s a legend. #Ufc276
— Dudu Dantas (@DuduDantasMMA) July 3, 2022
Erik Koch
Congrats @Cowboycerrone on the legendary career 👊🏻🙏🏻 #wecneverforget
— Erik Jon Koch (@NEWBREED04) July 3, 2022
Erick Gonzalez
Cerrone finally retires! 🙏🏼 what an honor to witness his greatness. @Cowboycerrone @ufc #UFC276
— Erick Gonzalez 👻🌶 (@GhostPepper_UFC) July 3, 2022
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