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Harry Davies

Eddie Hall explains why he’s turned down “big money” boxing fights

Eddie Hall has played down a boxing return after turning down several "big money" opportunities following his loss to Thor Bjornsson.

Former World's Strongest Man Hall made his boxing debut against bitter rival Bjornsson earlier this year, but was dropped twice on his way to losing a points decision. Hall claimed 30million people tuned in to watch 'the heaviest fight in boxing history', which took place in front of 5,000 fans at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium.

Over six months on from the fight and Hall has insisted he is likely done with boxing as he wants to spend more time with his family. Speaking to Mirror Fighting after launching his own ‘BEAST’ range with the healthier alternative food and drink brand The Skinny Food Co, Hall said of a potential boxing return: "I don't think so. Doing that fight with Thor was literally the sole reason, it was good timing for me.

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