Kevin Mitchell's retirement prompts boxing fraternity to pay tribute
Wednesday 10 February 2016 14:59, UK
Kevin Mitchell has received some glowing tributes after announcing his retirement from professional boxing.
The lightweight (39-4-KO29) has called time on a 13-year career that saw him win British and Commonwealth super-featherweight titles before twice being denied at world lightweight title level.
So what has the reaction been on Twitter?
Former British and Commonwealth light-heavyweight champion Tony Bellew: "Been a TRUE Warrior inside a boxing ring an a gentleman away from it has my mate @KevinMitchell6 I wish you the very best in retirement mate."
Matchroom promoter Eddie Hearn: "Gutted to announce that @KevinMitchell6 has retired from the sport - an unbelievable servant for British Boxing."
Former British lightweight champion John Murray: "Happy to hear @KevinMitchell6 has decided to hang up the gloves. If you need any help with life after boxing, I'm just a phone call away."
Former Commonwealth super-middleweight champion Rocky Fielding: "Enjoy retirement mate @KevinMitchell6 always give it your all in every fight."
British lightweight champion Scott Cardle: "Congrats on a great career pal... Enjoy your retirement!! @KevinMitchell6."
Former middleweight world champion Darren Barker: "Only word to describe this man....... Warrior! @KevinMitchell6 #happyretirementbro."
World lightweight title challenger Derry Mathews: "@KevinMitchell6 if what am reading is true want to wish you the best of luck in your future been a great servant to the sport #champ."
Lightweight prospect Ohara Davies: @KevinMitchell6 has had a Great Career, always been a Fighter that I looked up to, retired or not he is always the Champ in My eyes
Former British super-lightweight champion Curtis Woodhouse: "Great career champ, always brought the thunder, enjoy your retirement @KevinMitchell6."
Former Central Area lightweight champion Tommy Coyle: "Best wishes to @KevinMitchell6 Iv always been a huge fan it's always a fight I wanted. It would of made for a great tear up. Take care pal."
