Rio Ferdinand says he missed out on £100m Joshua fight
Rio Ferdinand has revealed he could have faced boxer Anthony Joshua for a £100m prize after retiring from football. The former Manchester United and England defender trained seriously for six months and even built a boxing ring at home. However, his application for a boxing licence was rejected, ending his hopes of a high-profile bout. Ferdinand also shared that his football career has left him with severe back problems, sometimes requiring a wheelchair.
Match highlights
- Rio Ferdinand considered a boxing career after retiring from football and trained for six months.
- He hoped to fight Anthony Joshua in a bout potentially worth £100m.
- His boxing licence application was rejected, partly due to a recent boxing-related death and his age.
- Ferdinand built a ring in his garden and trained at Olympic Legacy Park in Sheffield.
- He now suffers from back issues caused by his long football career, occasionally needing a wheelchair.
