Even with UFC president Dana White seemingly teasing a return for months, Khabib Nurmagomedov has been firm in his decision to stay retired.
"No [I never contemplated coming back], but Dana called this official," Nurmagomedov said at UFC Vegas 22, via Damon Martin of UFC Fighting. "But I retired like five, six months ago. It’s very funny."
He said he recently spoke with White to confirm he is not coming back to the sport.
Khabib announced his retirement in October after a win over Justin Gaethje, but White kept the lightweight belt in his hands until Thursday.