'Out Of Respect For The Sport And For Myself, It's Time To Step Away With Honesty,' Now Says Delicious Orie

Delicious Orie, 27, shocked the world when he made an unexpected announcement. The athlete declared that he was exiting the boxing arena.

The boxer made his pro debut in April, thrashing Bosnian Milos Veletic on points, yet has now decided to leave the sport.

The Russian-born Briton attained gold at the 2022 Commonwealth Games. He further represented Great Britain at the Paris Olympics due to his success in the amateurs, he became Anthony Joshua's (AJ) sparring partner.

The boxer later signed for Frank Warren's Queensberry Promotions.

However, after barely one pro fight, in which he emerged victorious in February, the Moscow-born Brit has opted to hang up his boxing gloves and focus on a new job.

Orie detailed his decision in a statement posted on social media: "After much reflection, I have decided to hang up my gloves and retire from boxing to follow up on my degree and enter the corporate world," Orie shared on social media.

"This sport has given me so much - incredible memories, unforgettable experiences traveling the world, and many opportunities to represent my country on the biggest stages in the world. Forever grateful for the journey.

"Over time, I've come to recognize that the same fire and love I once had for boxing has gradually faded. As I've grown, I've come to value clarity and honesty with myself above all.

"I hoped that turning professional would reignite the passion, but the truth has become clear: it hasn't. Every fighter knows you need a deep love for the craft to reach the top - and without it, there's no path forward,” the statement read.