Jushin Liger Issues Statement On His Retirement

Pro wrestling legend Jushin "Thunder" Liger had his official retirement match at NJPW's Wrestle Kingdom 14 event. Liger issued the following statement regarding his departure from the ring:

“Retired at Tokyo Dome today! After all, the champion, Hiromu was strong. I can retire without any regrets. I am grateful for messages from various people such as Choshu and Nakamura. There will be a retirement ceremony tomorrow. I want to go like a Liger to the end.” (Translated).

本日東京ドーム大会で引退しました！やはりチャンピオン、ヒロム選手は強かったです。何の悔いも無く引退出来ます。長州さんや中邑選手などいろいろな方からもメッセージをいただき感謝しています。明日は引退セレモニーがあります。最後までライガーらしく行きたいと思っています❤ #引退 pic.twitter.com/BnkY22rTVD

— 獣神サンダー・ライガー ☆ Jyushin Thunder Liger (@Liger_NJPW) January 5, 2020