Overview

• The 37-year-old pundit disclosed the decision on The Rest Is Football with Gary Lineker and Alan Shearer.
• He said he had "put on too much timber" after drinking without following up with exercise.
• Richards described his back as "basically finished" and confirmed he has received an epidural injection.
• Since stopping alcohol, he said he feels "great" and has "more energy."
• Trainer Malik Scott has praised his potential for crossover boxing, though reporting notes the back issue makes any near-term bout unlikely.