Jeremy Bates (boxer)

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Jeremy Bates (born January 12, 1974, in Argillite, Kentucky) is an American heavyweight boxer. Nicknamed "The Beast", Bates was a moderately successful fighter who fought several other journeyman fighters of his era.

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[edit] Professional Boxing Career

[edit] Early Career

Bates turned professional in 1999 and fought mainly journeyman fighters, losing to prospect Andre Purlette in 2001. Bates later lost to Sedreck Fields, Kirk Johnson, Leo Nolan, Brian Minto, and Ray Austin before retiring.

[edit] The Holyfield Fight

Bates was persuaded to postpone his retirement when he was given an opportunity to fight four time heavyweight champion Evander Holyfield. On August 18, 2006 in a 10 round bout at American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas, the 44 year old Holyfield dominated the fight which was stopped in the second round after Holyfield landed about 20 consecutive punches on Bates.

[edit] Retirement from Boxing

Bates retired with a record of 21 wins, 12 losses and 1 draw, with 18 wins by knockout. Post boxing, Bates began a successful career as a full-time insurance sales professional.

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