Kingsley Obi Egbunike
Kingsley Obi Egbunike | |
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| Born | May 5, 1993 |
| Nationality | British |
| Citizenship | United Kingdom |
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| Occupation | Professional boxer & trainer |
| Organization | The One Boxing (Founder) |
| Height | 6 ft (183 cm) |
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| Weight(s) | Super Welterweight |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Boxing record | |
| Total fights | 13 |
| Wins | 9 |
| Losses | 3 |
| Draws | 1 |
| Website | theoneboxing |
Kingsley Obi Egbunike (born May 5, 1993) is a British boxer and trainer. He competes in the super welterweight division and fights in an orthodox stance. He has a professional record of 9 wins, 3 losses, and 1 draw. He has competed in 13 bouts, with 79 total rounds fought and a knockout percentage of 11.11%. His most recent fight was a victory for the vacant Southern Area title against Jordan Dujon. Egbunike has signed a 3-year management contract with Goodwin Boxing.[1]
Egbunike is the founder of The One Boxing, providing personalized one-on-one boxing training for individuals of all skill levels.[2]
Early life and education
Egbunike was born on May 5, 1993, in London, England. He grew up in Acton, West London, and attended Acton High School. As a youth, Egbunike participated in various sports, including football, judo, and running.
Egbunike earned a Bachelor's in Sport Coaching Science from St. Mary's University.
Career
Early career
Egbunike started boxing at the age of 14, at his father's suggestion. As an amateur, he won two Haringey Boxing Cups and sparred with world champion James DeGale and fellow boxer Chris Kongo.[3]
Throughout his career, Egbunike has trained with various coaches and gyms, including Allstars Boxing Gym, Hooks Boxing Gym, and Stallard's Boxing Gym, where he honed his skills before turning professional.[4]
Professional career
Egbunike made his professional debut on November 30, 2018, securing a victory over William Warburton at York Hall, Bethnal Green.[5]
Since then, Egbunike has compiled a professional record of 9 wins, 3 losses, and 1 draw. His most recent fight was on April 12, 2024, where he defeated Jordan Dujon to win the vacant Southern Area Super Welterweight title at York Hall, Bethnal Green.[6]
Steve Goodwin manages Egbunike under a 3-year management contract with Goodwin Boxing.
The One Boxing
Egbunike is the founder of The One Boxing, a boxing training academy that offers personalized one-on-one boxing training for individuals of all skill levels, from beginners to advanced. The academy provides comprehensive training programs covering various aspects of boxing, including guard, defense, counterpunching, HIIT (high-intensity interval training), plyometrics, cardio and strength training, and circuit training. The One Boxing aims to provide a supportive and structured environment for individuals to improve their boxing skills, fitness, and overall well-being.[7]
Personal life
Egbunike resides in Acton, London.
Professional boxing record
| No. | Result | Record (W-L-D) | Opponent | Type | Round, time | Date | Location |
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| 13 | Win | 9-3-0 | Jordan Dujon | PTS | 10 (3) | 2024-04-12 | York Hall, Bethnal Green |
| 12 | Loss | 13-1-0 | Lee Cutler | UD | 10 (3) | 2023-12-10 | Bournemouth International Centre, Bournemouth |
| 11 | Win | 3-75-1 | Paul Cummings | PTS | 6 (3) | 2023-06-24 | York Hall, Bethnal Green |
| 10 | Win | 14-2-0 | Joshua Ejakpovi | PTS | 10 (3) | 2022-11-19 | York Hall, Bethnal Green |
| 9 | Loss | 5-1-0 | Jordan Dujon | PTS | 6 (3) | 2022-04-01 | York Hall, Bethnal Green |
| 8 | Win | 2-44-1 | Dale Arrowsmith | PTS | 6 (3) | 2021-08-21 | York Hall, Bethnal Green |
| 7 | Draw | 9-0-0 | Sergei Shigashev | MD | 8 (3) | 2020-08-03 | DiaMond, Minsk |
| 6 | Win | 5-13-3 | Kristaps Zulgis | PTS | 6 (3) | 2020-02-17 | Cliffs Pavilion, Westcliff-on-Sea |
| 5 | Loss | 6-0-0 | Lenny Fuller | TKO | 3 (3) | 2019-09-20 | Indigo at The O2, Greenwich |
| 4 | Win | 3-8-3 | Kristaps Zulgis | TKO | 6 (3) | 2019-06-22 | York Hall, Bethnal Green |
| 3 | Win | 1-53-2 | Victor Edagha | PTS | - | 2019-04-06 | York Hall, Bethnal Green |
| 2 | Win | 0-1-0 | Genadij Krajevskij | PTS | 4 (3) | 2019-02-16 | York Hall, Bethnal Green |
| 1 | Win | 26-146-10 | William Warburton | PTS | - | 2018-11-30 | York Hall, Bethnal Green |
References
- ↑ "Kingsley Egbunike". boxrec.com. Retrieved 3 May 2024.
- ↑ "Kingsley Egbunike ("Obi") | Boxer Page". Tapology. Retrieved 3 May 2024.
- ↑ "kingsley Egbunike". goodwinboxing.co.uk. Retrieved 3 May 2024.
- ↑ "Cutler crowned English champion after exciting win over Egbunike". Bournemouth Echo. 10 December 2023. Retrieved 3 May 2024.
- ↑ "Boxing Results: Charlie Edwards Defeats Georges Orgy In UK! - Boxing News 24". www.boxingnews24.com. 13 April 2024. Retrieved 3 May 2024.
- ↑ Abrams, Marc (8 December 2023). "RETURN OF THE KING: BILLAM-SMITH VS MASTERNAK – PRESS CONFERENCE QUOTES". Boxing News - Boxing, UFC and MMA News, Fight Results, Schedule, Rankings, Videos and More. Retrieved 3 May 2024.
- ↑ "Kingsley Egbunike". BOXXER. 14 August 2019. Retrieved 3 May 2024.