Boxing legend Tyson Fury, known as the ‘Gypsy King,’ has announced his retirement from the sport, ending a remarkable career that spanned over a decade.
The decision follows consecutive losses to Ukraine's Oleksandr Usyk, the undisputed heavyweight champion, in what were two of the most anticipated bouts in boxing history.
Fury broke the news in a heartfelt Instagram video on Monday, addressing his millions of fans worldwide. “Hi everybody, I’m going to make this short and sweet,” he said.
“I’d like to announce my retirement from boxing. It’s been a blast. I’ve loved every single minute of it. I’m going to end with this: Dick Turpin wore a mask. God bless everybody, see you on the other side.”
The announcement came with a caption expressing gratitude to his supporters and an affirmation of his faith. “Thanks, it’s been a blast 💥 thanks to everyone who helped out along the way! Happy New Year 🥳. Jesus is king 👑 now & forever.”
Fury’s first defeat to Usyk in May last year was a split-decision loss that ended his unbeaten professional record and crowned Usyk the undisputed heavyweight champion.
In a December rematch, Fury fought with trademark tenacity but fell short again, losing via unanimous decision.
The losses fueled intense speculation about Fury’s future, with fans clamoring for a trilogy fight against Usyk or a long-awaited showdown with fellow British star Anthony Joshua. Joshua, speaking at The Ring Magazine Awards last week, expressed his eagerness for the matchup, saying, “It has to happen this year.”
However, Fury has chosen to step away from the ring, leaving behind a legacy defined by resilience, charisma, and unparalleled showmanship.
From his epic triumph over Wladimir Klitschko to his comeback story against Deontay Wilder, Fury's career was a testament to his skill and larger-than-life persona.
Eurosport hailed Fury’s retirement as the end of an era, marking the departure of one of boxing’s most captivating figures. While his time in the ring has come to an end, Fury’s influence and impact on the sport will undoubtedly endure.