Former world heavyweight champion Tyson Fury has announced his retirement from boxing on January 13, 2025, through a brief yet heartfelt social media post.
The 36-year-old British fighter, widely known as the “Gypsy King,” said, “I’d like to announce my retirement from boxing. It’s been a blast, I’ve loved every single minute of it.”
Fury retires with an impressive record of 34 wins, two defeats, and one draw. His career included two reigns as heavyweight champion, with memorable victories over some of the sport’s biggest names.
His first stint as champion was marked by his iconic win over Wladimir Klitschko in 2015, while his second reign included a trilogy of bouts against Deontay Wilder, which cemented his place as one of the greatest heavyweights of his generation.
His last fight, a rematch against Oleksandr Usyk in December 2024, ended in a loss, leading Fury to question whether he would fight again. “You might do, you might not do. Who knows?” he said after the fight.
Fury had previously made several comebacks after announcing his retirement.
In April 2022, he declared that he was quitting the sport after defeating Dillian Whyte but later returned to the ring later that year. Fury’s fluctuating retirement decisions had kept fans and the boxing world on edge regarding his future.
Known for his larger-than-life personality and unpredictable career, Fury has played a major role in revitalizing interest in the heavyweight division. His ability to combine skill with charisma made him a fan favorite, and his retirement marks the end of an era for the heavyweight division.
Though his retirement marks the conclusion of his boxing career, Fury’s legacy as one of the sport’s most dominant heavyweights remains undeniable.
