Northern Irish boxer Michael Conlan has officially announced his retirement from professional boxing. This significant decision comes in the wake of a split-decision defeat to Kevin Walsh in Belfast, marking the end of a career that, while showing considerable promise, ultimately did not reach world championship status. Conlan confirmed his immediate departure from the sport directly after the bout, unequivocally stating, “It’s time to say goodbye to boxing.” His journey in the professional ranks aimed high, yet concludes without securing a world title at the elite level.
