Michael Sprott
- January 6, 2024
- Boxer
Quick Facts
| Full Name | Michael Sprott |
| Occupation | Boxer |
| Date Of Birth | Jan 16, 1975(1975-01-16) |
| Age | 49 |
| Birthplace | Reading |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Birth City | England |
| Horoscope | Capricorn |
Michael Sprott Biography
| Name | Michael Sprott |
| Birthday | Jan 16 |
| Birth Year | 1975 |
| Place Of Birth | Reading |
| Home Town | England |
| Birth Country | United Kingdom |
| Birth Sign | Capricorn |
Michael Sprott is one of the most popular and richest Boxer who was born on January 16, 1975 in Reading, England, United Kingdom. Michael Sprott, a British professional boxer, was born 16 January 1975. He was the British and Commonwealth heavyweight champion in 2004. He also held the EBU European Union heavyweight title twice, between 2005 and 2007. He was also the winner of the 14th Prizefighter Series.
He travelled to South Africa in November 2001 to take on Corrie Sanders, a hard-hitting fringe competitor. Sprott fought the southpaw in a short and entertaining bout before being stopped by the referee. Even South African commentators were critical of the decision.
In February 2002, Keith Long pulled out from a British and Commonwealth title fight with Danny Williams, and Sprott flew in from a holiday in Jamaica on only a few days notice. After a few rounds he ran out of gas and was stopped in the seventh round, but showed he could compete at national level. It was around this time that Sprott brought in trainer John Bloomfield, who spent six years with Frank Bruno.
In September 2003, Sprott qualified for another shot at Williams and his titles, but after a far more competitive fight, Sprott was the victim of several low blows. When he complained to the referee he was controversially knocked out by a Williams left hook.
Darnell Sprott, Michael Sprott’s son, was born in 2001. Sprott’s professional contests shorts have Darnell’s name stitched to them. Sprott’s shorts for professional contests recently featured the name of Darnell’s sister Ginette. Ginette died in September 2009 following a long battle against depression.
Michael Sprott Net Worth
| Net Worth | $5 Million |
| Source Of Income | Boxer |
| House | Living in own house. |
Michael Sprott is one of the richest Boxer from United Kingdom. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Michael Sprott 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)
Sprott, who had a quiet amateur career, turned professional in November 1996 under Terry Lawless, the former Frank Bruno trainer. Sprott won 11 fights including a win over Michael Murray. He then faced Harry Senior for the Southern Area Heavyweight title in September 1998. Senior, an experienced sparring partner, was now a full-time professional and knocked out Sprott in six rounds using body shots. Sprott returned with three wins, before succumbing to British opponent Wayne Llewelyn after 3 rounds.
Sprott, who was on his way to Germany, had taken the second-tier European Heavyweight title (the “EU”), and fought Audley Harrison, 2000 Olympic Gold medallist, in London, February 2007. After destroying Danny Williams, Harrison was set to face Matt Skelton as a world title eliminator. Sprott, a 9/2 underdog according to most bookies was knocked out by Harrison in round 1.
Seemingly relegated to journeyman status, In February 2001 in London, Sprott scored an upset when he outpointed the once-beaten German Timo Hoffmann, who had lost only to Vitali Klitschko. He travelled to Germany for the rematch, controversially outpointed by Hoffmann in a result that was jeered loudly by the German crowd.
Height, Weight & Body Measurements
| Height | 6 ft 1 in |
Michael Sprott height 6 ft 1 in Michael weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.
Who is Michael Sprott Dating?
According to our records, Michael Sprott is possibily single & has not been previously engaged. As of December 1, 2023, Michael Sprott’s is not dating anyone.
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On 31 May, 2008, Sprott travelled to Germany to face hot prospect, and the WBA’s #4 ranked contender Taras Bidenko. Sprott was outpointed in a 10-round unanimous decision, with 2 judges scoring the bout 97-93, and the other seeing it 97-94.
Facts & Trivia
Michael Ranked on the list of most popular Boxer. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United Kingdom. Michael Sprott celebrates birthday on January 16 of every year.
On 14 March, 2009, Sprott fought former WBO heavyweight champion Lamon Brewster and lost a unanimous decision.