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Former England and Manchester United captain Rio Ferdinand tells talkSPORT why he is launching a professional boxing career

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Rio Ferdinand is planning to fight for a boxing title

Rio Ferdinand has told talkSPORT he is relishing his return to competitive sport after confirming his shock bid to become a professional boxer.

The former England and Manchester United captain announced on Tuesday he is launching a new career in the ring at the age of 38 as part of Betfair's 'Defender to Contender' profect.