Youssef al-Hamidi
| Youssef Al Hamidi | |
|---|---|
| Statistics | |
| Real name | Youssef Al hamidi |
| Rated at | Lightweight |
| Nationality | Syrian |
| Born |
December 16, 1977 Syria, Unknown town |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Boxing record | |
| Total fights | 89 |
| Wins | 12 |
| Wins by KO | 1 |
| Losses | 74 |
| Draws | 3 |
| No contests | 0 |
Youssef Al Hamidi (born December 16, 1977) is a Syrian boxer who was a decorated amateur in the Syrian army and is now a professional boxer in the UK
Amateur career
Al Hamidi Claims to have had around 150 Amateur fights. He won a bronze medal in the Army world national championships. he was Syrian Champion for 10 years as well as Arabic Champion at 57KG [1]
Professional career
Youssef has been regarded as a dangerous journeyman fighter with the ability to upset the odds. On May 5, 2008 he upset Manchester prospect Anthony Crolla.[2] Al Hamidi then fought English Lightweight Champion John Murray at the Trent FM Arena in Nottingham on a few hours notice. The night did not go Al Hamidi's way and he eventually lost 77-75 on points.
Since then he has fought on a majority of under cards as an 'opponent' fighter He has had 1 win Since his upset of Crolla against Lee Jennings. And a reverse against Crolla losing 60-55 on the score cards
Outside of Boxing
Outside of Boxing Youssef works as an Ice Cream Seller for a Huddersfield ice cream van which helps him improve his spoken English.[1]