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Nigel Gregory Benn (born 22 January 1964) is a British former professional boxer who competed from 1987 to 1996. He held world championships in two weight classes, including the WBO middleweight title in 1990, and the WBC super-middleweight title from 1992 to 1996. Regionally he held the Commonwealth middleweight title from 1988 to 1989. Nicknamed “The Dark Destroyer” for his formidable punching power and aggressive fighting style, he retired with an 83.3% knockout-to-win ratio and is ranked by BoxRec as the fourth best British super-middleweight boxer of all time.
On 10 October 1992, Benn challenged Mauro Galvano for the WBC super-middleweight title in Palaghiaccio de Marino, Marino, Lazio, Italy. After a controversial dispute at ringside over the official result after Galvano was unable to continue due to a severe cut, Benn was declared the winner and won the title by a fourth-round TKO.
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While still a dangerous, and damaging puncher, Benn’s move to the higher weight limit saw him refine his fight strategy and adopt a more considered approach. The aggression remained but he relied less on one punch knockout power and became a more effective, and adaptable fighter. He defended his title against fellow Britons Nicky Piper and Lou Gent, and a rematch victory over Mauro Galvano, before again Chris Eubank, who was now WBO super-middleweight champion, in a unification bout on 9 October 1993. The bout ended in a draw, with both fighters retaining their respective titles. Benn defended his title twice more in 1994 with unanimous decisions against Henry Wharton and Juan Carlos Giminez Ferreyra.
Who did Nigel Benn give brain damage?
He is a two-time middleweight world champion, having held the WBO title from 1991 to 1992, and the WBC title from 1993 to 1995. McClellan was forced to retire from boxing after a severe brain injury suffered during his final fight in 1995, a loss to WBC super middleweight champion Nigel Benn.
What is Nigel Benn doing now?
Benn now lives with his family in Sydney, Australia, where he has been studying theology, sports coaching and sports development. He is still active in the international boxing scene mentoring, developing and training both amateur and professional boxers in Australia.
Are Nigel Benn and Chris Eubank friends?
Chris Eubank and Nigel Benn were fierce rivals when they met in two classic, brutal fights in the 1990s. Now, they are (almost) best buddies as they embark on a trip down memory lane.
Which boxer did Nigel Benn go into coma?
It is widely regarded as one of the sports most brutal and thrillingly violent encounters with Benn defeating McClellan via tenth-round knockout after McClellan was counted out while down on one knee. Shortly after the match ended, McClellan collapsed and fell into a coma for two weeks.
Is Conor Benn vegan?
He was inspired by his son, Conor Benn, who isn’t just a boxer too but is currently undefeated and eats a plant-based diet.
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