Lucas Browne, seen after his KO win in Junior Fa. Photo by Mikey Williams/Top Rank Inc via Getty Images
Lucas “Big Daddy” Browne has announced his retirement from professional boxing.
The former WBA heavyweight champion was defeated by Hemi Ahio on the undercard of the Lomachenko v Kambosos card, leaving his final record at 31-6 (27 KO).
Browne, known for his strength and stamina, leaves behind a legacy of incredible success and memorable moments.
Reflecting on his decision, Lucas Browne expressed gratitude for the support he received throughout his career, saying, “I am very proud of what I have achieved in the ring, and I am very grateful to all the fans who have supported me in this game. way. I hope you had fun, win or lose or draw.
It’s been an amazing journey, and I’m excited to enter the next chapter of my life with my family and continue to contribute to this sport through my gym.”
Browne’s manager, Matt Clark, also weighed in on the announcement, highlighting Browne’s incredible journey from being a champion in his 30s without any novice background to becoming a world champion.
Clark said, “What Lucas Browne has achieved in the ring is extraordinary. He will go down as one of Australia’s greatest Heavyweights, and his victory over Ruslan Chagaev is one of the most important moments in Australian boxing history.
But perhaps one of Lucas’ greatest traits is that he always has time for fans of the game. He never turns anyone away for a photo or autograph. This game is very rich to have him in it”.
Throughout his career, Browne’s gritty spirit and determination captured the hearts of fans around the world. This was highlighted by his “Rocky-like” comeback against Chagaev in 2016.
He was also the only Australian Heavyweight to take the Commonwealth title in over 100 years.
