In many subtle ways Kristian Laight was an exceptional boxer, the best fighter you have never heard of. And after exactly 300 professional fights in forgotten arenas against the dreamers, wonder boys and genuine contenders, he has decided to walk away …
Kristian Laight has retired from boxing after his 300th fight, which includes only 12 wins. The super-lightweight from Warwickshire has now called time on a 15-year career that concluded with the milestone achievement of a 300th fight last month…
"I've never been successful but? well, I suppose I'm not successful at boxing either. But to have 300 fights is an achievement," Laight told Sky Sports. "I've never been knocked out, only stopped on my feet. I fight top quality kids. My little boy…