Nicola Adams turns attention to big screen following retirement from boxing

Nicola Adams wants to launch an acting career (Prime Video handout/PA)

Nicola Adams has spent most of her time being a real-life superhero but now her boxing career is over she wants to play one on the big screen.

The 39-year-old broke down pretty much every barrier on her way to stardom in the ring, becoming the first woman to win an Olympic gold medal and then claiming a world title in the professional game.