Khalid Rahilou
Khalid Rahilou (born June 19, 1966 in Argenteuil, Val-d'Oise, France was a French boxer of a Moroccan origin.
Professional career
Rahilou began his professional career in 1988 and won the WBA Light Welterweight title by defeating Frankie Randall by TKO in 1997. Rahilou defended the belt twice before losing it to Sharmba Mitchell by decision in 1998.
Rahilou retired in 2002 after losing to Souleymane M'baye.
Achievements | ||
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Preceded by Frankie Randall |
WBA Light Welterweight Champion 11 Jan 1997 – 10 Oct 1998 |
Succeeded by Sharmba Mitchell |
International championships | ||
Vacant Title last held by Ricky Hatton |
WBA Light Welterweight Champion Inter-Continental title October 15, 2001 – May 23, 2002 |
Succeeded by Souleymane M'baye |
Amateur career
Rahilou compiled an amateur record of 45-7 (12 KO). He represented Morocco as a Light Welterweight at the 1988 Seoul Olympic Games. His results were:
- Defeated Avaavau Avaavau (Western Samoa) RSC 3
- Lost to Lyton Mphande (Malawi) walkover