WATCH: “I don’t want to be here…” British boxer makes painful admission to coach wanting to quit mid-fight

28-year-old boxing star Sunny Edwards made a brutal admission during his fight against Galal Yafai last night.

WATCH: “I don’t want to be here…” British boxer makes painful admission to coach wanting to quit mid-fight

Sunny Edwards made shocking admission to coach in the middle of his fight (Image via BoxingScene/X)

Last night, two of the top British flyweight boxers, Sunny Edwards and Galal Yafai, faced off against each other. They fought at the BP Pulse LIVE arena in Birmingham, which is Yafai’s hometown. While the fight was for the WBC interim flyweight title, it also garnered significant attention from the boxing community for various other reasons.

There have been many instances where a fighter has quit mid-fight by taking a knee or something. Most of these cases occur due to the brutal beatings a boxer has endured during the match. A recent example involved Sunny Edwards and Galal Yafai, where a similar situation occurred. However, unlike other cases, Edwards was vocal about the pain he had experienced during the fight.

Can I be real with you? I don’t want to be here.

Sunny Edwards to his coach during the corner break
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Edwards didn’t provide a thorough explanation for his reluctance to continue the fight, but it became increasingly clear throughout the match. From the opening bell, it was evident that this fight was a one-sided affair. In the sixth round, the Olympic Gold Medalist unleashed a flurry of unanswered punches that overwhelmed Edwards.

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The referee, recognizing the danger, stepped in to stop the contest, ending it before any further damage could occur. After the fight, 28-year-old Edwards announced his retirement from professional boxing, stating that he no longer has the same passion for the sport.

Although several intriguing moments took place during the match, Edwards’ mid-fight admission to his coach, Chris Williams, captured everyone’s attention. Consequently, fight fans did not hesitate to share their thoughts about it.

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Fight fans react to Sunny Edwards’ mid-fight admission

Sunny Edwards is a top flyweight boxer who made his professional debut in 2016. Since then, the 28-year-old has faced several formidable opponents. Throughout his impressive boxing career, Edwards has suffered two defeats, against Jesse Rodriguez and most recently against Galal Yafai. In addition to these losses, he boasts 21 convincing victories on his record.

Galal Yafai and Sunny Edwards after their fight
Galal Yafai and Sunny Edwards after their fight (Image via Matchroom Boxing)

Edwards, a boxer of considerable stature, shocked the world with his mid-fight admission during the match against Yafai. Fans watching the fight couldn’t contain their reactions to his unexpected remarks. Many took to social media to express their thoughts, with some even criticizing Edwards harshly. Check out some of the reactions below.

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Several fight fans criticized Edwards’ team for not allowing him to quit during the match. On the other hand, some praised the 28-year-old for having the courage to express how he felt in the middle of the fight. While Edwards announced his retirement, Yafai further enhanced his reputation by becoming the WBC interim flyweight champion after this bout.