Former Boxing Champion Retires After ‘An Amazing Career’

Former Commonwealth super middleweight title holder Rocky Fielding has called it quits after a long career. The British boxer recently took to social media and announce his retirement from boxing at the age of 35.

Fielding won the Commonwealth championship back in 2013 and even made two title defenses. Moreover, he had a career record of 30-3 with his only losses coming in title bouts. Although Fielding, was never a highly elite boxer he surpassed expectations and even won a title in the process.

Rocky Fielding announces retirement at the age of 35

The British boxer wrote a heartfelt post on social media recalling his epic journey and claimed that it was now time for him to hang up his gloves. “What a journey. Thank you to Boxing for all the memories. Thank you to everyone for the support and everyone that’s been apart of it.” he wrote

Fielding’s biggest career moment came when he faced Canelo Alvarez in Madison Square Garden. However, he was swiftly dismissed by the Mexican in the third round. Despite this, Fielding’s career was one where he certainly surpassed every expectation. In addition, the fans also came out and wished him the best of luck in his future endeavors.

Fans react to Rocky Fielding’s retirement

One fan wished him the best for the future and claimed that he was the only British boxer he supported fighting in the US.

Another fan wished him luck for anything he decided to do next now that he is retired from boxing.

A fan who might be a friend even recalled some of his favorite Fielding fights and also shared a picture of him an fielding together.

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Moreover, a fan stated that the British boxer had made himself, his family, and the sport of boxing proud.

Moreover, a fan congratulated him on his career and claimed that as a prizefighter he surpassed all expectations.

Lastly, a fan stated that he had an amazing and brilliant career.

The fans were heartbroken at this news but were still very grateful for everything Fielding has done. Although he might not be the best in-ring technician in boxing, he certainly proved that he was capable of being a world champion. And even fought one of the greatest boxers in this era and in the Mecca of boxing.

Now, the British boxer is ready to start a new chapter in his life and live life outside the sport of boxing. Moreover, he still is in good shape and not retiring due to any injury but rather his own will.

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