Brian Mitchell

January 6, 2024
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Quick Facts

Brian Mitchell
Full Name Brian Mitchell
Occupation Boxer
Date Of Birth Aug 30, 1961(1961-08-30)
Age 63
Birthplace Johannesburg
Country South Africa
Birth City Johannesburg
Horoscope Capricorn

Brian Mitchell Biography

Name Brian Mitchell
Birthday Aug 30
Birth Year 1961
Place Of Birth Johannesburg
Home Town Johannesburg
Birth Country South Africa
Birth Sign Capricorn
Spouse Juanita Mitchell

Brian Mitchell is one of the most popular and richest Boxer who was born on August 30, 1961 in Johannesburg, Johannesburg, South Africa. Mitchell turned pro in 1981 and captured the WBA and Lineal Junior Lightweight Title in 1986 with a 10th-round KO over Alfredo Layne. He defended the title a record 12 times, and never lost a title fight. In 1991 he also captured the IBF Junior Lightweight Title with a decision win over Tony Lopez (who he’d previously fought to a draw). He retired after the fight, and came back briefly in 1994 for two local bouts, retiring completely in 1995 with a professional record of 45-1-3, avenging his loss and three draws in rematches and therefore being one of the few champions to beat everyone they faced.

He began 1982 with a two-round KO of Phanuel Mosoane, but then suffered a setback, losing over 10 rounds to Jacob Morake. It would prove to be the only loss of his career, and left Mitchell’s record at six wins and one defeat.

Morake faced Mitchell for the third time in March 1984, and the champion again defended his South African title over 12 rounds. He then disposed of Carlos Miguel Rodriguez in four rounds, and won on points against Iland Matthews over six rounds. Nika Khumalo lasted only two rounds in his title challenge, and Mitchell then outpointed Aladin Stevens over eight rounds. Mitchell opened 1985 with a three-round KO win over Nyungi Mtiya, and then posted two seventh- round knockout wins in succession, defeating Carlos Rodriguez and Vicente Jorge. He improved his record to 25 wins, one loss and one draw when he beat Job Sisanga on points over eight rounds.

In his next bout, in November 1985, he faced Jacob Morake for the fourth time. It proved to be a tragic fight. Mitchell won on a twelfth-round KO, but Morake had absorbed a terrible amount of punishment and later died of head injuries.

He won his next two fights, one on points and one by knockout, but was then held to a draw over six rounds by Frank Khonkhobe. In October 1982, he met Khonkhobe in a rematch and won on a 10-round decision.

Brian Mitchell Net Worth

Net Worth $5 Million
Source Of Income Boxer
House Living in own house.

Brian Mitchell is one of the richest Boxer from South Africa. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Brian Mitchell 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

Brian Mitchell (born 30 August 1961 in Johannesburg, South Africa) is a former professional boxer.

Mitchell began his career in late 1981, winning his first three fights on points over four rounds in less than two months. By the end of November he had won five times, defeating Simon Zondo and then Mose Mthiyane on fourth-round knockouts.

In March 1983 Mitchell won an eight-round decision from Jerome Gumede, earning him a South African junior-lightweight title shot at Chris Whiteboy. He made the most of his opportunity, knocking Whiteboy out in the ninth round to claim the title. Bashew Sibaca lasted 10 rounds as Mitchell defended his crown, but Graham Gcola lasted just two rounds. Mitchell then met Jacob Morake, the only boxer to have beaten him in his young career. He won a points decision over 12 rounds. Fighting Frank Khonkhobe for the third time, Mitchell recorded a points victory. He finished 1983 with a first-round KO win over Blessing Ndlele.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Height 5 ft 6.5 in

Brian Mitchell height 5 ft 6.5 in Brian weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.

Who is Brian Mitchell Dating?

According to our records, Brian Mitchell married to Juanita Mitchell. As of December 1, 2023, Brian Mitchell’s is not dating anyone.

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In 1991 Mitchell travelled to Sacramento to face local hero Tony “The Tiger” Lopez arguably the toughest foe of his career. In a hometown decision that shocked boxing experts, Lopez managed to draw with Mitchell. The South African boxer was stripped of his WBA crown for facing Lopez for the IBF title, and suddenly he found himself without a world title for the first time since 1986. However, he again faced Lopez in Sacramento in September, and on that occasion made sure of victory with a convincing points win, claiming the IBF title in the process.

Facts & Trivia

Brian Ranked on the list of most popular Boxer. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in South Africa. Brian Mitchell celebrates birthday on August 30 of every year.

Mitchell was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 2009.

What college did Brian Mitchell go to?

University of Louisiana at Lafayette

How many return touchdowns did Brian Mitchell have?

Brian Mitchell holds MANY NFL records. His 19,013 total return yards is a record, as is his 14,014 kickoff return yards, as is his 4,999 punt return yards. His 1,070 kick returns are the most ever, and his 9 punt return touchdowns is the second most ever in NFL history.

How tall is Brian Mitchell?

5′ 11″

How many kids does Brian Mitchell have?

Mitchell has four children with his wife Monica. He founded the Brian Mitchell Foundation in 2001 to help disadvantaged children in Philadelphia, Washington, D.C. and his hometown of Plaquemine, Louisiana.

Who plays Cam Winston on Frasier?

“Frasier” Mother Load: Part 1 (TV Episode 2002) – Brian Stokes Mitchell as Cam Winston – IMDb.

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