British Heavyweight Tyson Fury Retires from Boxing Again
A Sudden Decision
British heavyweight Tyson Fury has announced his retirement from boxing – again – just one month after losing a rematch to Ukrainian Oleksandr Usyk. The 36-year-old Fury made the surprise announcement in a short video posted on his Instagram account on Monday.
A Cryptic Message
Fury’s decision was accompanied by a cryptic message, leaving fans and analysts alike scratching their heads. “Hi everybody, I’m going to make this short and sweet. I’d like to announce my retirement from boxing,” Fury said. “It’s been a blast, I’ve loved every single minute of it and I’m going to end with this: Dick Turpin wore a mask. God bless everybody, see you on the other side.”
The Mysterious Reference
It was unclear why Fury referenced Dick Turpin, a famous 18th-century English highway robber and horse thief. Turpin was known for wearing a mask to evade detection, which may have added to the intrigue surrounding Fury’s statement.
A Difficult Loss
Fury was upset with the unanimous decision when he lost the Dec. 21 rematch to Usyk in Saudi Arabia. Despite landing 144 of 509 punches (28%), Fury was outboxed by Usyk, who threw 179 of 423 punches (42%).
A Pattern of Announcements
This is not Fury’s first retirement announcement. In August 2022, he announced his retirement on his 34th birthday, only to return to the ring two months later. Prior to that, he had also hinted at retiring after defeating Dillian Whyte in April 2022, but ultimately did not.
A Legacy in Boxing
Fury’s record stands at 34-2-1, with 24 KOs. He had a remarkable career, which spanned over 15 years, and included victories over notable opponents such as Wladimir Klitschko and Deontay Wilder. Despite the losses to Usyk, Fury remains one of the most accomplished British heavyweights of his generation.
Reactions from the Boxing Community
Boxing promoter Frank Warren, who worked with Fury, expressed his thoughts on the announcement. “If that’s what he wants to do, that’s great. He’s done everything he can do. Probably been the best British heavyweight of his generation by far. Two-time world champion, two closely fought fights against Usyk. He’s got plenty of money, got his wits about him, got a lovely family.”
A Future Without Fury
Fury’s retirement likely means that the highly anticipated fight between him and Anthony Joshua, a bout that has been talked about for years, will not happen. Usyk, the current champion, has also announced his own plans to continue fighting, leaving fans to wonder who will be next in line to challenge for the title.
Conclusion
Tyson Fury’s sudden retirement from boxing has left many in the boxing community surprised and wondering what’s next for the 36-year-old heavyweight. While his career may be over, his legacy in the sport will endure. Fans will be eager to see what the future holds for Fury, both in and out of the ring.
FAQs
* Why did Tyson Fury announce his retirement from boxing again?
Fury’s exact reasons for retiring are unclear, but he made a cryptic reference to Dick Turpin, a famous English highway robber.
* How many fights did Tyson Fury win?
Fury’s record stands at 34-2-1, with 24 KOs.
* Is Tyson Fury retired for good?
Fury’s previous retirements have been followed by returns to the ring. It’s unclear if this is a permanent decision.
* What’s next for Tyson Fury?
Fury’s future plans are unclear, but he has expressed a desire to focus on his personal life and family.
