Boxing star Amir Khan has sent a cryptic message about his future following a tough defeat to Sheffield's Kell Brook.
The Bolton-born former champ was stopped in the sixth round after a bruising encounter with his long-time rival.
Now, 'King' Khan has announced he will be calling time on his long career - although some still hold out hope for a rematch with Brook.
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The ex-Olympian has given nothing away but today (Tuesday, March 1) tweeted a mysterious message - the first post on his social media account since suffering defeat to Brook.
All in capitals, he wrote: "SOMETIMES YOU'RE NOT GIVEN WHAT YOU WANT BECAUSE SOMETHING BETTER IS PLANNED FOR YOU INSTEAD."
The lead up to the Khan v Brook fight saw the two 35-year-olds facing what many believed would be their final bout.
But now Khan has been given three weeks to consider whether to set up a rematch and give fans a repeat of one of British boxing's biggest recent draws.
After the fight, Khan all but confirmed he will retire, while Brook toyed with the idea of further bouts - with both Chris Eubank Jr and Connor Benn calling him out.
BOXXER promoter Ben Shalom - who had taken the front seat in promoting and booking the first fight between the pair - has admitted it is unlikely that Khan will choose to take up the option, and expects him to retire.
The decision will be down to 'King', although his previous statements suggest his heart is set on leaving the ring behind.
