Quigg calls it quits

BOXING

BURY boxer Scott Quigg has confirmed his retirement after losing to Jono Carroll at the Manchester Arena.

The former world champion’s corner threw in the towel after he was dominated by the Irishman.

The 31-year-old former WBA superbantamweight champion hoped to set up another world title challenge after stepping up to super-featherwight.

However despite being favourite for the fight, Quigg – in his first fight since returning to the UK having left to work with Freddie Roach at the famous Wildcard gym – struggled against the southpaw and was soundly beaten.

Trainer Joe Gallagher threw in the towel as Quigg came under a barrage of punches in the 11th round.

Now, in an emotional post on social media, he has confirmed that would be his last appearance in a professional ring.

In a statement on his Instagram page, he said: “Unfortunately last night wasn’t my night and it showed me it was time to call it a day! It’s been a great journey & I couldn’t of given the sport anymore and it’s been a pleasure working alongside @ eddiehearn

“I’ve achieved everything my desire dedication and ability would take me to and I can walk away with my head held high!”

Quigg strongly hinted he would retire immediately after Saturday’s defeat.

He said in the ring: “After the fourth round, it didn’t feel like it was there, I was just chasing it. But no excuses, the better man won.

“I’m a realist, I don’t kid anyone. I believe at my peak, I would have won this, no problem, and that’s taking nothing away from Jono. In my day I believe he wouldn’t have lived with me.

“On this performance and how I felt, I don’t know if there’s much left, to be honest.”