Michael Conlan has officially announced his retirement from professional boxing after suffering a split-decision defeat to Kevin Walsh in his hometown of Belfast. The Northern Irish boxer confirmed his decision immediately after the bout, stating, “It’s time to say goodbye to boxing.” This loss concludes a professional career that, while promising much, ultimately found its ceiling just below the world championship level. Conlan, an Olympic medalist, had a journey filled with notable moments but couldn’t quite secure a coveted world title.
