Mary Kom's retirement was previously mentioned in the media, citing IBA rules that limit boxers' top-tier participation at 40 years of age.
Digital Desk: Contrary to reports suggesting her retirement, six-time world champion and 2012 Olympic medallist MC Mary Kom has clarified that she has not yet announced her retirement from boxing. In a statement, she expressed, "Dear Friends from the media, I haven't announced retirement yet, and I have been misquoted. I will personally come in front of the media whenever I want to announce it."
Dismissing the retirement claims, Mary Kom mentioned an event in Dibrugarh on January 24, 2024, where she stated, "I still have the hunger of achieving in sports but the age limit in Olympics doesn't allow me to participate, though I can carry on with my sport. I am still focusing on my fitness, and whenever I announce retirement, I will inform everyone."
Mary Kom's retirement was previously mentioned in the media, citing IBA rules that limit boxers' top-tier participation at 40 years of age.
Acknowledging her ongoing desire to compete, Mary, aged 41, lamented the imposed age restriction, saying, "I have the hunger still, but unfortunately, because of the age limit, it is over. I cannot compete in any competition. I want to play more, but I am being forced to quit (due to the age limit). I have to retire. I have achieved everything in my life."
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