Anthony Joshua Sends Wladimir Klitschko Into Retirement

Wladimir Klitschko's potential rematch with 27-year-old British-Nigerian born pugilist - Anthony Joshua, will no longer take place, as the former heavyweight boxing world champion has retired from the sport at age 41.

Klitschko's retirement was made known in a statement issued on Thursday by his management.

The Ukrainian's last fight was a defeat to Anthony Joshua in April when he was stopped in the 11th round.

Klitschko held various titles in a glorious 21-year career which started as a professional after winning Olympic gold at the 1996 Games in Atlanta.