By Rick Reeno

Amateur sensation Amir Khan will turn pro later this year against an opponent to be announced. Khan, who is only 18 years old, plans to retire from the sport at the young age of 25. Khan announced his plans to go pro following a 19-13 win over Cuban rival Mario Kindelan.

Khan told the UK press that he does not want to continue fighting after he turns 25, he would rather retire and look after his family. Khan is looking to become the richest fighter in British boxing history within a seven year career.

"I want to become a world champion fairly soon - I got to the Olympics quickly so now I want to win a world title quickly too. I want to retire from all of boxing by the age of 25, becoming a legend as well at that age. It is a big goal and it is going to be hard to do." said Khan

"I don't want to get punched all my life so the best thing is at the age of 25 to stop boxing and look after my family."