Rare occurence: reigning champ retires

25/03/2008

Rare occurence: reigning champ retires

Danny Green says he hanging 'em up!

Press Release: Justin Manolikos of Danny Green's Green Machine Promotions announced the retirement of th reigning WBA 175-pound titlist: "It is with great disappointment, yet pride, I confirm that as of today WBA Light Heavyweight Champion Danny 'Green Machine' Green has retired from professional boxing... Danny goes down in the record books as one of Australia's greatest ever fighters. Danny always wanted to retire on top and that he has! He wishes to thank his family, his sponsors and all his loyal supporters who have never let him down. He also thanks those "doubters and kickers" that drove him to two world titles!" The release made no mention of whether there were any health reasons behind the announcement.