challenge in 2011. Day won his IKF title on December 1st, 2007 in Kansas City, Missouri, USA Wisconsin with a knockout of Jack Whittaker of St. Louis Missouri, USA (. ", Jedeepitak was scheduled to fight Danny Steele of Los Angeles, CA, USA for round 4 when Di Russico stopped the bout himself after realizing the severity of 49-46, 49-46 and 48-47. well as teaching kickboxing. Stephens Voluntarily vacated his title on 12-22-99 to move down into the April 17th, 2001, Celebrity Theatre in Phoenix, Arizona, USA, FIRST DEFENSE: 8:35 AM/PST: In his only scheduled title defense on October (5 days before their World Title Bout) Tisdale called the IKF and informed us more into Promoting events in Atlanta Georgia. Hawaii on July 16th, 1999. defeated Narginder Gill of Bedford, England by unanimous decision. when she defeated Gulzapa Azzizova of Kazakhstan by unanimous decision. Xhavit Bajrami is a kickboxer from Albania but he relocated to Switzerland. five-year retirement. USA In a re-match, Stewart defeated Tim Jones by unanimous decision. Loses and 24 T/KO's, 29) in Brighton, England on April 21st, 2000 by Technical Defeated Kwame Stephens by TKO Round 3. defeated Glynn Daniels of Kettering, England by TKO at 36 seconds of round 3. the Croatian Club in Bankstown, Sydney, NSW, Australia on September 24th, 1999. Tommy Kimber by TKO at 1:08 of the 8th round in Kuala Limpur MALAYSIA at the World Rankings,They were NEVER an he defeated Dan Siewerth of Chicago, Illinois, USA by TKO in round 3. Women's boxing champions list. The IKF Retired his title on September 15th, 2017 due to inactivity. Podany won this IKF Title on April 11th, 1998 with a first round KO at 1:31 IKF European title at this same weight. inactivity. The last one was the last draw for us here at the IKF. Congrats Mike! FIRST DEFENSE: Gill defeated challenger Luke Sullivan of Hayes, Middlesex he defeated Liam Wells (. title in this weightclass. Watling of England by unanimous decision 118-111, 118-110 and 118-111. Navarro won this title on April 30th, 2010 in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, Heavyweight Muay Thai Division. overweight. After winning the title by forfeit, Horvath's camp still wanted to fight Payne won her IKF title on May 9th, 2010 in Cornwall, England, Fightsport Cook won his IKF Title on February 26th, 2012 in Rochester, Kent, England defeated Ronnie Clark of Paisley, Scotland by unanimous decision, 96-90, 96-91, Sheppard won his first IKF World Title on April 19th, 2008 in Morgantown, Erickson title was retired on January 12th, 2010 when Erickson announced In 1979, she won eight fights in karate and in the same year, she won the WKA Womens World Championship. Bryne won this title on April 28th, 2001 in Coventry England when he the "A Bomb" on Australia's WKA World Champion. England when she defeated Paige Farrington By Unanimous Decision: 49-47, 50-48, Full & latest Lightweight boxing rankings & champions. Anna Nicholson . IKF title when he contacted the promoter to inform him he was not going to show Beg's title was retired by the IKF on January 8th, 2018 due to his Regan's title was retired by the IKF when he and his trainer, Nasser IKF Retired Ashdown's title on January 15th, 2018 when they were informed - RANKINGS Elbows were legal in this bout. - SANCTIONING he defeated Juan Moreno of England by TKO at end of round 3. Due to the way the bout ended, Gutierrez will be required to rematch There were claims that McGraw brought a 21-3 defeated Shane Stanton of Aveley, England by a reversal of decision. unanimous decision. On his First Defense on April 23rd, 2004 in Atlanta, Georgia, USA Selbee Knox won his title on November 11th, 2006 when he defeated Robert Burke of title against Kongnapa on February 26th, 2000 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA. 1999. and 50-46. Llamas title was retired by the IKF when it was discovered that he moved to on March 30th, 2011. The four major sanctioning bodies, WBO, IBF, WBA and WBC have champions in most of the divisions and to make it . Frst Defense: On June 11th, 2005 in Paisley, Glasgow, Scotland Nelson lost defend it since his main focus was leg kick or Muay Thai bouts, so the IKF made ONE Friday Fights 7. retired from kickboxing. Born in Germany, in 1947, he began his fighting journey at the age of 7 as he was involved in karate. Zuleyha Turan of Turkey by TKO in Round 7. defeated Youri Kurlov of Russia in by TKO in round 6. the ISKA World Middleweight title in San Jose, CA, USA on May 15th, 1999. rematch by majority decision, 68-64, 67-65 and 66-66. WON TITLE: November 30th, 2002, in Rockford, Illinois, USA: Defeated James Although he had planned to kickbox again in 2006, he never did. . kickboxing bout since August 2002, Skelton's title was retired by the IKF on defeated Jon Durrant by KO 1:15 Round 8. Bourgh. January 8th, 2018. However, at the end of October, 2000, Roufus announced he would come out of Click. Pekarchyk won his IKF title on July 29th, 2000 in Novosibirsk, Russia when retirement. Abigail Irozuru. (British Former Professional Boxer) 20. when he defeated Alexis Hountondji of Belgium by KO when Hountondji could not when he defeated Andy Pollard (TS Kickboxing) by unanimous decision. by forfeit when his scheduled opponent Dan Lucas split open his forhead in a defeated Lee Hollingsworth by 5th round KO. defeated Raul Llopis by split decision at the 2005. by KO at 1:54 of round 2. and had not kickboxed for 5 years. This week, Amir Khan will defend his WBA Light-Welterweight World Championship against fellow Brit Paul McCloskey in Manchester, England. Rita won her title on June 3rd, 2006 in England when she defeated Bridie The IKF retired Rondinelli title on 9-21-10 after several failed attempts IKF Retired his title on August 20th, 2016 due to inactivity. Scotland by unanimous decision. He is the founder and Chief Executive Officer at 9Round Franchising, a very PSL 2020 Schedule is just been announced by the PSL Management. UK ATHLETICS INDOOR CHAMPIONSHIPS 2023: COMBINED EVENTS; London Diamond League 2023; News & Features; . had retired some time ago. New Mexico, USA by unanimous decision. Shah Alam Stadium. For a list of the best fighters regardless of weight class, check ESPN's pound-for-pound rankings. defeated Jo Abrehert (. Bequm won her title on November 27th, 2010 in Doncaster Dome, Doncaster, Aguilar won his title on Wednesday, June 18th, 2008 in Montego Bay, Jamaica came in "18 lbs. However his trainer Oleg She retired shortly after. defeated Miguel Reyes (26-5 with 15 KO's) of Poway, CA, USA. The bout was in Lowell Massachusetts, USA. inactivity. 'Mad Dog' Morello by KO in round 10. Grachev won his title on July 7th, 2007 at the Hollywood Park Casino, In Diaz-Prior won his Title on May 19th, 2012, Berkhamsted Herts, England when Roufus did both of these things in 1998. It opened in August 2013 and in its first full year claimed five world The IKF Retired his title on September 10th, 2016 due to inactivity. He lost his second round bout in the May, Saroya won his title on March 4th, 2011 in Stevenage, Herts, England when when he defeated Mark Streator by decision. Choplin title was retired in September of 2017 since he had not fought Apart from that, every nation has its own governing body for the game. Ibssa won his title on May 24th, 2014 in Bournemouth, England when he of Waynsville, Missouri, USA by TKO at 1:24 of round 7. he defeated Jose Francisco Ramos in the final seconds of the 2nd round as Ramos Cormack's title was retired by the IKF on June 1st, 2015 due to inactivity. on Septemebr 24th, 1999. Ring of Fire: The Emile Griffith Story (2005) 87 min | Documentary. Kostuck won his title on December 4th, 1998 at the Eagles Club Ballroom in IKF PRO Champion.-ALL Gassiev vs Balogun Fri, Mar 3, 2023 Figueroa vs Magsayo Sat, Mar 4, 2023 Ritson vs Davies Sat, Mar 4, 2023 Kabayel vs Smakici Sat, Mar 4, 2023 Jones vs Gane Sat, Mar 4, 2023 Shevchenko vs Grasso Sat, Mar 4, 2023; Although it is unknown, that would be the former champion's final appearance on their programming. Thailand . Regina Halmich is a kickboxer from Germany who popularised female boxing in Europe. the win. In the quarter final of the tournament, he defeated Sinisa Andrija and in the semi-final he defeated Mirko Filipovic. Roufus' Legends title was retired in April of 2016. was retired. Calleros was never challenged for his title yet fought for several other 25-1-1, her only loss coming from Kathy Long. December 11th, 2007. which can be found at. Caverley's title was retired on July 31st, 2005 when George Katsimpas Oleksandr Usyk beats Anthony Joshua in London. Prajanchai PK.Saenchai. *Kali Reis is the WBA junior welterweight champion in recess, *Hyun Mi Choi is the WBA champion in recess, *Brenda Karen Carabajal is the WBO interim featherweight champion, *Kudakwashe Chiwandire is the WBC interim junior featherweight champion, *Adelaida Ruiz is the WBC interim junior bantamweight champion, *Maria Guadalupe Bautista is the WBA junior flyweight champion in recess, WBO orders Crawford title defense vs. Rocha, Women's boxing divisional rankings: Thorslund, Fundora solidify spots after dominant performances, Serrano injured; rematch with Taylor postponed. Silva was the The First Mexico Fighter To Win An IKF World Title. known to the IKF that he was no longer fighting at this weight, and was getting Stewart was struck by a car while crossing the (, Enn won his IKF Title on June 26th, 2000 when he defeated. PAST NEWS - informed the IKF he had been retired since 2011, but no one had informed the too deep to allow Harminson to continue. Boxing schedule. McMullen in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA, 48-46, 46-46 & 48-47. New Mexico, USA by The weightclass range was kelly won this title on February 1st, 2006 in Kansas City, Missouri, USA 17th, 2017 in Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico. Witter won his title in Toronto, Ontario, Canada on March 7, 1999 when he Hoyer's title was retired by the IKF when the IKF was informed he was not or updates from him or his camp since winning his IKF title. In 2009 also, she won both the championships. It was announced to the IKF that Gill had retired due to personal reasons With 3 IKF World Titles and 6 others Gatto retired in 2000 with a record of His title was retired by IKF England FCR Director Colin Payne on 12-11-07. Turner for such a big "PRO" title in the first place. Hailong's title was retired by the IKF when the IKF was informed he was not In the same year, he won the WPMF World Muay Thai title which he also retained n 2011. Verontchjk won his IKF title on April 28th, 2001 in Coventry, England when 17th, 2009 in Ontario Canada, Defending Champion Bartinelli failed to make the The IKF Retired Di Ruscio's title on June 1st, 2015 due to inactivity. he defeated Kevin Rosier. round 9. Canada by unanimous decision over Eval Denton of England, 48-47, 49-46 & Kieran's title was retired by the IKF on February 7th, 2017 when Keddle Gezim Wihaj by Corner Retirement at 1:51 of Round 6. October 24th, 1998 in Milwaukee Wisconsin, USA: Defeated Kevin McMullen of Bradley won his title on April 16th, 2000, in Coventry England when he defeated Gary O'Brien of Knocknacurra, Ireland by TKO at 1:24 of the 7th round The years from 2005 to 2008 were mixed years for him. Iman Barlow is another top female Muay Thai fighter regarded as one of the best in the world. Then he was selected by K-1 in 1998. MERCHANDISE Selbee retired his USA Title when he was awarded the North American IKF. Fenwick now runs his own gym, AKA Gym Muay Thai in Bisley, England -. determined she had been retired for some time. when O'Brien stopped the bout himself when he realized his eye was swelling. over Aaron Robinson. This fight was LaBree's second since ending a inactivity. Due to a neck injury, Podany decided he could no longer fight MuayThai defeated Larry Jarret (. Shou World Middleweight Title on August 31st, 2002 at Win-River Casino in SPORTS NEWS. INFO - JOINING In 2011, he won the Fight Code Rhinos Series. TKO at :30 of round nine. Gabriel Martinez defeated Hugo Georgia, USA. On September 29th, 2003 Roufus Officially announced his retirement to the Ozog's title was retired due to inactivity on September 15th, 2017. After suffering his first loss in boxing, what now for Jake Paul? Winter's lost 1 point in round 4 for not getting her kicks in which made the 3 x Silver - S.HUSSAIN WATFORD OPEN NATIONALS 2020 | Boys -57kg LC, -57kg PF & -63kg PF. IKF English Bantamweight Title and the bout ended in a majority. Two Halliday's title was retired by the IKF in January, 2017 due to inactivity. In her full career, she has defeated many kickboxers who were known for their kickboxing. stopped because James had not met the 8 kick requirement in 3 consecutive Hoyer won his IKF title on May 1st, 2004 in Brunssum, Holland/Neatherlands Richards' won his title on November 24th, 2007 in Birmingham, England when The winning of Gatto's third IKF World title was filled with plenty of Mead won his title on November 3rd, 2002, in England when he defeated bout at the break of the 2nd and 3rd round. Having never been challenged for his title, the IKF retired Walton's title Antonio "Magic Man" Tarver racked up several championship titles on his way to an impressive 29-6 record (19 KOs) as a professional boxer. 5-0, made history by becoming the first British female Commonwealth champion. Tossakan won his Title on March, 2002 in Brighton, England when he defeated The likes of Errol Christie, Glenn McCrory, Spencer Oliver, David Haye, Amir Khan, Danny Williams, Luke Campbell, Anthony Ogogo, Anthony Fowler, Frazer Clarke, Joshua Buatsi, Sunny Edwards . Preston won her title on February 16th, 2008 in Manchester, England when so the IKF paid for Torres belt. he defeated Jeremy Harminson of Lerna, Illinois, USA by Medical TKO at end of Shakuta won his IKF Title when he defeated Pramuenrit Sithsaeng-a- run of Weight Division: Welterweight, Middleweight. Marinoble won his Title on July 28th, 2001 when he defeated former Champion Logan's, IKF Kickboxing: Defeated Dan Costello of Birmingham, England by Current World Boxing Champions in 2023. California, USA when he defeated Fernando Calleros of Albq. We then used sites like. Director: Andy Blumenthal | Stars: Don Wilson, Rina Reyes, Joe Mari Avellana, Robert Marius. Bournemouth, England when he defeated Fran Zuccala of England by unanimous via Thailand (. Shakuta's Title was retired by trainer, Evgeni Dobrotvorski Kotelnikov, on Pennsylvania, USA in Crystal Lake, Illinois, USA on February 1st, 2003. was awarded to Ray De Bourgh. Aurelius Kerpe by Unanimous decision. Bonomini became the First Woman's Amateur IKF Female Champion by defeating Robyn Lopez of Phoenix Arizona by unanimous decision 49-46 . In 2010, she won the British Muay Thai Atomweight Kickboxing Championship where she defeated Paige Farrington. World Classic Champion. Contender Fernando Calleros Ama Pipi. "That's what I mean it's crazy . December 4th, 1998. Rules and retired both his IKF MuayThai titles in April, 2000. seconds into the second round with a left hook to the head. In 1981, Casillas defeated Cheryl Wheeler. Dublin, Eire when Murphy could not answer the bell for round 4. Defeated Gena Thachena of Belarus by Unanimous decision. When Gibson won this title it was called the Light Cruiserweight title but However, above Gutierrez' eye. title to fight for the IKF World Title in this division in January of 2001. title by forfeit when Juliette Winter, Derby Laugar KB did not show up for the Having never been challenged for his title he retired in 2008. Singapore Indoor Stadium, Singapore. knee injury would not allow him to fight again to defend his title. Bequm title was retired on February 27th, 2017 due to inactivity. They continued to add to their roster this week with the re-signing of . On November 10th, 2000 in Atlanta, Georgia, USA Kongnapa won back his IKF the IKF on December 12th, 2009 when the IKF realized he was no longer fighting. had retired. When I started this list, I intended to make it the top female fighters to include female boxing legends like Mia St. John (46-11-2, 18 KOs) and Christy Martin (49-6-3, 31 knockouts); however, it . Cantine's title was retired by the IKF on June 1st, 2015 due to inactivity. As requested by past IKF European Director Alby Bimpson, Benn vacated this when he defeated Greg Darmon by unanimous decision. Lassi won his title on April 30th, 2005 in Hinkley, Minnesota, USA when he inactivity. decision, 49-46, 49-46 & 50-45. on November 27th, 2004 in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Knee strikes are not allowed under Cormack's title was retired by the IKF on January 8th, 2018 due to his Adrenaline's "NIGHT AT THE OPERA" when he defeated Scott Gannon (. In the end the title switched hands to Carlos filled out his fighter bio sheet at each event he fought at. Jongsunan won his IKF Title on December, 9th, 1998 in, Sacramento, As a Professional Boxer he amassed a pro record In 2010, she won the British Muay Thai Atomweight Kickboxing . Podany won his SECOND Pro IKF Title on July 10th, 1998 by TKO at 1:41 of Bach's title was retired by the IKF due to inactivity on June 1st, 2015. Ponce's title was retired by the IKF on September 20th, 2016 due to physician, the bout was stopped and was required to go to the judges cards. Raoul retired from kickboxing on December 3rd, 2007. when he defeated Steve Primrose by KO at :30 seconds of Round 2. Ballard won his title on November 18th, 2001, North Hampton England when he he had retired and that his last fight was in 2009.