| Ben Tackie | |
|---|---|
| Statistics | |
| Real name | Benjamin Tackie |
| Nickname(s) | Wonder |
| Rated at | Welterweight |
| Height | 5'9" |
| Reach | 71 in (180.3 cm) |
| Nationality | Ghanian |
| Born | July 23, 1973 Accra, Ghana |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Boxing record | |
| Total fights | 41 |
| Wins | 29 |
| Wins by KO | 17 |
| Losses | 11 |
| Draws | 1 |
| No contests | 0 |
Benjamin Wonder Tackie, (born 1973-07-23 in Accra, Ghana), is a professional boxer. Tackie is known for his chin and his ability to throw a high volume of punches. All of his losses have come via decision.
Known as "Wonder", Tackie turned pro in 1994 and won his first 18 fights before losing a decision to Gregorio Vargas in 1999. In 2002 he took on Kostya Tszyu for the unified WBC, WBA, and IBF light welterweight titles but lost a decision. He lost his next two fights to Sharmba Mitchell and Ricky Hatton. He lost his most recent bout to Matthew Hatton on 22nd September 2008 on the undercard to Ricky Hatton's Light Welterweight title defence in Las Vegas.
Tackie's 10th round knockout of Roberto Garcia was named Ring Magazine Knockout of the Year for 2000.
So far in his 41 pro fights Tackie has been knocked down only once.
As of April 2009 his record stands at 29-11-1 with 17 knockouts.