Charles Manyuchi
| Charles Manyuchi | |
|---|---|
| Statistics | |
| Weight(s) | Welterweight |
| Nationality | Zimbabwean |
| Born |
19 November 1989 Masvingo, Zimbabwe |
| Boxing record | |
| Total fights | 24 |
| Wins | 20 |
| Wins by KO | 13 |
| Losses | 4 |
| Draws | 1 |
| No contests | 0 |
Charles Manyuchi is a Zimbabwean professional boxer who is the WBC, international welterweight champion since March 2014.[1] In November 2014, he successfully defended his WBC crown in a Lusaka, Zambia fight against an opponent from Colombia.[2] In 2014 he was awarded the Zimbabwe's Sportsperson of the year accolade.[3] In July 2015 against an Italian boxer in Friuli-Venezia Giulia, he defended his crown successfully.[4]In 2017 saw the fall of great man who was bound for glory and wider recognition internationally when he lost his title to Quadratilo from Singapore in what was referred as a huge upset in the boxing world especially to the fans back home. Coming back home,he received unwelcome remarks and comments from many fans but he however had support from government claiming to sue those who continued to attack him. The are currently plans to have a rematch.
References
- ↑ Mthethwa, Sukoluhle (17 March 2014). "Manyuchi is WBC champion". Southern Eye. Retrieved 18 December 2014.
- ↑ Dube, Lovemore (24 November 2014). "Charles Manyuchi retains WBC title". Chronicle. Retrieved 18 December 2014.
- ↑ Mhara, Henry (18 December 2014). "It’s Manyuchi, at last!". NewsDay. Retrieved 18 December 2014.
- ↑ Munetsi, Gilbert (20 July 2015). "Unstoppable Charles...champion Manyuchi retains WBC belt". The Herald. Retrieved 20 July 2015.