UFC fighters shower respect for Glover Teixeira vs. Jamahal Hill bloodbath

UFC 283 was headlined by a thrilling light heavyweight championship fight between Glover Teixeira and Jamahal Hill.

Teixeira battled through a punishing performance from Hill to go the distance in a fight that could have ended far sooner. The 43-year-old was bloodied up but persisted in front of his home crowd in Brazil and ensured a great matchup.

Fighters from around the mixed martial arts world lauded the heart and grit shown by Teixeira on Twitter. Kelvin Gastelum likened Teixeira to the boxer Rocky and said:

"Real life Rocky #UFC283"

Many others lauded Jamahal Hill's inspirational journey to the summit of the light heavyweight division.

"So excited to have Jamahal Hill as the new Light Heavyweight Champ! Glad to have another name at the top and sooo many fun matchups to come!"

"Hell of a story @JamahalH and on short notice. Probably not a better feeling in the world than what him and his family are feeling right now. #UFC283"

"That performance by @JamahalH was beautiful.. well earned #UFC283"

Other fighters took the opportunity to congratulate Glover Teixeira on his storied career and accomplishments.

"Thank you @gloverteixeira and @ShogunRua #Legends"

"One of the best to ever do it at Light Heavyweight! #UFC283"

"The sport will be less without Glover. #LEGEND"

"Glover has had a stellar career and has nothing else to prove . Major inspiring career ! Thanks legend ! #UFC283"

"Incredible career @gloverteixeira a true legend #UFC283"

"Teixeira I’m your fan #UFC283"

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Glover Teixeira retires after loss against Jamahal Hill at UFC 283

Glover Teixeira's incredibly resilient battle with Jamahal Hill ultimately proved to be his last-ever outing inside the UFC octagon.

The Brazilian legend announced his retirement right after the match ended. The unprecedented decision came on the same night as Shogun Rua, another Brazilian MMA icon, also retired after a TKO loss.

In his octagon interview, Teixeira said:

"In reality I think I'm too tough for my own good. Too tough for my own health. You know, I can't keep up anymore... It's an honor to put the gloves down on the same night as Shogun. I wish we were in the Royce Gracie era where we could just go no rounds and keep going in this s**t. But I'm just not keeping up anymore."

Teixeira's retirement opens up the division for his fellow compatriot and friend Alex Pereira. 'Poatan' is currently the middleweight champion but has hinted towards a move-up due to his imposing physique. His decision hinged on whether he would challenge Teixeira or not.

Check out Glover Teixeira's final address to the fans from inside the octagon: