Former super bantamweight world champion Scott Quigg announced his retirement, according to Dan Rafael of espn.com.
“I’ve achieved everything my desire, dedication and ability would take me to and I can walk away with my head held high! Thank you to everyone for the tremendous support over the years.
“When all is said and done, as long as you can look yourself in the mirror and know you gave it everything, you can never have any regrets.”
“Well done mate — you are a great example not just to fighters but to us all about hard work ethic, drive and determination,” Hearn wrote. “Now to enjoy your life!”
Right after the fight, Quigg hinted at retirement, saying, “As soon as I got in there, it didn’t feel like it was there. I was just chasing it. I’m a realist and I don’t kid anyone. This was a must-win fight. At my peak I would have won tonight. In my day, he wouldn’t have lived with me. On this performance, I don’t know what’s left. I gave it everything and I want to support everyone who has come out to support me. I couldn’t have achieved anymore. I’ve been world champion and had a great career. And if this is it, thank you, everyone.”
