The 34-year-old Russian welterweight announced his retirement following a unanimous decision win over Keita Nakamura at UFC St. Petersburg on Saturday. The bout marked Aliev’s first fight in 11 months.
“This fight was the last on my contract with the UFC, so it was very important for me to win,” Aliev said in a UFC press release. “And it was much easier for me since I fought at home. Since that was the last fight on my contract, I’d like to retire from MMA. I’ve got a family and job — I just can’t find time for everything.