British heavyweight champion Tyson Fury has announced his immediate retirement from boxing. The announcement came just two days after reports surfaced that Wembley Stadium had been reserved for a potential summer bout between Fury and Anthony Joshua. This isn’t the first time Fury has stepped away from the sport; he previously announced his retirement in April 2022 after defeating Dillian Whyte, only to return six months later for a trilogy fight against Derek Chisora at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
In a video shared on Instagram, Fury expressed his gratitude for his boxing career, stating, “It’s been a blast. I have loved every single minute of it,” before adding a cryptic remark about Dick Turpin, a historical figure known for wearing a mask. His announcement has left fans speculating about the future, as Fury has a history of reversing his retirement decisions.
Fury’s decision comes after his December loss to Oleksandr Usyk by unanimous decision. Following the bout, the 36-year-old was non-committal about his future in the ring, indicating that he might take a break and return later or possibly stay retired. This latest announcement has once again left the boxing world in suspense about the next chapter of his career.