Fury has once again announced his retirement from boxing

Tyson Fury, the former world heavyweight champion, announced his retirement from boxing on Monday. He had previously lost his rematch for the WBA (Super), WBO, and WBC world heavyweight titles to Oleksandr Usyk last month.

In an apparent jab at the judges who have awarded Ukrainian Usyk decision victories in both of their encounters to date, the 36-year-old Briton referenced British highwayman and robber Dick Turpin in a brief video statement which was posted on social media on Monday.

“I’d like to announce my retirement from boxing,” Fury asserted. “I have completely enjoyed every moment; it has been an absolute blast.” A disguise was worn by Dick Turpin. May the blessings of God be upon all, and I will see you on the other side. Please rise.

In November 2015, the colossal British fighter achieved worldwide recognition by overcoming Wladimir Klitschko in a remarkable decision in Duesseldorf, Germany, to become the unified heavyweight world champion.

Subsequently, he secured nine victories and one draw before encountering his opponent, Usyk, who remains the sole individual to defeat him in his professional career with two decision victories.

In 2013 and 2017, Fury declared his retirement on social media; however, both were brief. Additionally, he declared his intention to retire from the sport after defeating Dillian Whyte in 2022, but he returned six months later.

Fury’s upcoming bout with Anthony Joshua was eagerly anticipated by both fans and promoters following his most recent loss to Usyk in December. This would undoubtedly be the most significant heavyweight fight in British boxing in decades.

For the time being, Monday’s announcement has put an end to that notion. However, the reference to Dick Turpin could also be interpreted as Fury viewing a potential purse offer for the proposed fight as “daylight robbery,” given the interest the fight would generate.