Retired UFC veteran Donald ‘Cowboy’ Cerrone has entered the UFC Hall of Fame. The promotion announced the news during the UFC San Antonio event. The 39-year-old had announced his retirement after a loss to Jim Miller at UFC 276 last year. He will enter the Hall of Fame class of 2023 along with the likes of Jens Pulver, Anderson Silva, and Jose Aldo.

Cerrone was one of the most popular UFC fighters of the modern era. He has fought top contenders in the lightweight and welterweight divisions. Therefore, there was an outpouring of love and support for ‘Cowboy’ following his Hall of Fame announcement.

Donald Cerrone is the newest UFC Hall of Fame member

Over his 11-year career in the UFC, Donald Cerrone amassed a massive record with 23 wins. The 39-year-old held the company records for the most number of fights and most finishes at one point.

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He has fought the likes of Conor McGregor, Tony Ferguson, Nate Diaz, and Jorge Masvidal, to name a few.

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The fan-favorite received a lot of commendation on social media after his Hall of Fame announcement.

UFC light heavyweight champion Jamahl Hill, lightweight star Renato Moicano and others showed the veteran respect under an Instagram post announcing the news.

Hill wrote, “Earned 🔥🔥🔥” while Moicano said, “Legend.”

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What are your thoughts on Donald Cerrone entering the UFC Hall of Fame? What is your favorite ‘Cowboy’ fight? Let us know in the comments.