Jacob Matlala
- January 8, 2024
- Boxer
Quick Facts
| Full Name | Jacob Matlala |
| Occupation | Boxer |
| Date Of Birth | Aug 1, 1962(1962-08-01) |
| Age | 62 |
| Date Of Death | December 7, 2013, Johannesburg, South Africa |
| Birthplace | Meadowlands |
| Country | South Africa |
| Horoscope | Leo |
Jacob Matlala Biography
| Name | Jacob Matlala |
| Birthday | Aug 1 |
| Birth Year | 1962 |
| Place Of Birth | Meadowlands |
| Birth Country | South Africa |
| Birth Sign | Leo |
| Spouse | Mapule Matlala |
| Children(s) | Tshepo Matlala, Masego Matlala |
Jacob Matlala is one of the most popular and richest Boxer who was born on August 1, 1962 in Meadowlands, South Africa.
The former World Boxing Organisation, World Boxing Union (WBU) and International Boxing Association flyweight world champion had been admitted to hospital on numerous occasions over the past few years with complications related to pneumonia. Johannesburg – Dressed in royal blue and white uniforms and black berets, the New Covenant Church brass band escorted the coffin of boxing legend Jacob “Baby Jake” Matlala into the Rhema Church auditorium.
Jacob Matlala died on 7 December 2013, at the Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital.
Jacob Matlala Net Worth
| Net Worth | $5 Million |
| Source Of Income | Boxer |
| House | Living in own house. |
Jacob Matlala is one of the richest Boxer from South Africa. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Jacob Matlala 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)
Jacob “Baby Jake” Matlala (1 August 1962 – 7 December 2013) was a South African boxer and junior flyweight champion from Meadowlands, Johannesburg. In 2004, Matlala was voted #72 in the “100 Greatest South Africans” poll organized by SABC.
Height, Weight & Body Measurements
| Height | 4 ft 10 in |
Jacob Matlala height 4 ft 10 in William weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.
Who is Jacob Matlala Dating?
According to our records, Jacob Matlala married to Mapule Matlala. As of December 1, 2023, Jacob Matlala’s is not dating anyone.
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Facts & Trivia
William Ranked on the list of most popular Boxer. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in South Africa. Jacob Matlala celebrates birthday on August 1 of every year.
Who is the smallest boxer in history?
Trivia. At a height of 1.47 meters, or 4-foot-10, Matlala was the shortest boxing world champion ever. With a total of 68 fights (53 wins and 2 draws), he ended his career with 4 world championships.
When did Baby Jake Matlala died?
Nasrec Arena to host Baby Jake memorial The boxing legend died on 7 December after complications related to his health.
Is Baby Jake Matlala alive?
Matlala died in 2013 at the age of 51 and is survived by his wife Mapule, and their two children.
How tall is Jacob Matlala?
4′ 10″
Who is the most brutal boxer of all time?
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- Marvelous Marvin Hagler. …
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- Jack Dempsey.
- Sonny Liston.