‘No path forward’ – Orie announces shock retirement

After a brief break in the professional ranks, Heavyweight Delicious Orie has left the sport.

Orie, 27, made his professional debut in April, defeating Bosniac Milos Veletic in points, but he has since decided to leave the sport.

The Russian-born Briton represented Great Britain at the Paris Olympics and won gold at the Commonwealth Games in 2022.

Orie said on Instagram, “I’ve decided to hang up my gloves and leave boxing to pursue my degree and work in the corporate world.”

“Over time, I’ve come to terms with the loss of the fire and love I once had for boxing.

As I’ve grown, I’ve prioritized being truthful with myself above all else.

“I hoped turning professional would rekindle my passion,” he said, “but it hasn’t.”

Orie graduated from Aston University with a first-class honours degree in Economics and Management in addition to boxing.

Orie turned down an offer from the WWE to continue boxing after 39 amateur fights.

Every fighter is aware that a deep love for the craft is necessary for success, and without it, there is no way to go.

It’s time to step aside with integrity out of respect for both the sport and my own.

He won the heavyweight title in Paris, but he unexpectedly dropped out of the competition too soon.

The Briton, who was once hailed as the “next Anthony Joshua,” was predicted to compete for the title in the coming years.