Kyle Noke

By FCF Staff

Following his decision loss to Omari Akhmedov last night at UFC Fight Night 101, Kyle Noke has announced he’s retiring from pro MMA at the age of 36.

The defeat was Noke’s third straight and left the rugged vet’s overall record at 22-10-1. The Australian informed the media of his decision to retire after the card, and Noke also tweeted out this:

Thank you to the @ufc and all the fans. It's time to hang up the gloves. Ive had a blessed life doing what I love. I Wouldn't change a thing

— Kyle Noke (@KyleNoke) November 27, 2016

Noke made his pro debut back in 2002, and in the proceeding years, went on to establish himself as one of Australia’s top fighters.