Keith Thurman is one of the most recognizable names in boxing, but it’s been two years since we’ve seen him in the ring. After undergoing surgery on his arm, Thurman’s road to recovery will likely take some time. In his last outing against Mario Barrios, Thurman fought well but didn’t display the same power that once made him a feared force in the welterweight division. We are all aware of him supposedly moveing to 154 pounds, many fans are left wondering: Should Keith Thurman retire, or make a comeback?

The 154-pound division is packed with talent, perhaps even deeper than the welterweight division. If Thurman does move up, matchups against fighters like Tim Tszyu or Tony Harrison would be intriguing. Harrison, like Thurman, hasn’t fought in about two years, making it a perfect "tune-up" fight for both former world champions. A bout between these two veterans could be a good way for Thurman to gauge where he stands in a new weight class.

However, if a fight with a top contender like Tszyu or Harrison doesn’t materialize, retirement might be the best option for Thurman. He’s had a stellar career, having never been stopped, and pushing himself against the top fighters at 154 could risk tarnishing that legacy. The danger of being stopped by the division's elite is real, and with nothing left to prove, Thurman could step away with his head held high.

That said, Thurman is undeniably a future Hall of Famer and one of the best fight sellers in boxing history. If he has personal goals left to achieve in the sport, that’s his journey to complete. Whatever decision he makes—whether to return or retire—Thurman has already cemented his place in boxing history.

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