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Duke McKenzie MBE (born 5 May 1963) is a British former professional boxer who competed from 1982 to 1998. He is a three-weight world champion, having held the IBF flyweight title from 1988 to 1989; the WBO bantamweight title from 1991 to 1992; and the WBO junior-featherweight title from 1992 to 1993.
Duke McKenzie is a legendary boxer who made his mark in the sport during the 1980s and 1990s. Born on May 5, 1963, McKenzie hails from Croydon, London, United Kingdom. Standing at 170cm tall, he competed in multiple weight classes throughout his career, including Flyweight, Bantamweight, Super Bantamweight, and Super Featherweight.
McKenzie won a shut-out decision on all three scorecards. He turned back two challengers, notably Mexican puncher Cesar Soto, who later won the WBC featherweight strap. In May 1992, McKenzie met unknown Puerto Rican puncher Rafael Del Valle and was stunningly dethroned in 116 seconds.
Oct 21, 2019 · McKenzie lost a unanimous decision, while Jacob went on to beat future hall of famer, Daniel Zaragoza, eighteen months later to be crowned WBC world super-bantamweight champion. Not one to dwell on the loss, McKenzie won his next three fights in four months all by stoppage, before taking on WBO bantamweight champion Gaby Canizales on June 30, 1991.
Mar 7, 2024 · Born in the bustling streets of Croydon, South London, in 1963, Duke McKenzie emerged as the youngest of five brothers, destined to etch his name in the annals of boxing history. From the bustling streets of his hometown to the grand arenas of international acclaim, Duke’s journey would be one of relentless passion and unyielding determination.
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Duke McKenzie. Flynn down six times. Per commission report, Sanchez suspended 45 days and needed a CT scan before reinstatement.
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Feb 5, 2021 · Duke McKenzie endured an incredibly hostile ring walk for a European title fight in 1990.
