Joshua Clottey
Joshua Clottey | |
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Born | Accra, Ghana | October 6, 1977
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Weight(s) | |
Height | 5 ft 8 in (173 cm) |
Reach | 70 in (178 cm) |
Stance | Orthodox |
Boxing record | |
Total fights | 47 |
Wins | 41 |
Wins by KO | 24 |
Losses | 5 |
No contests | 1 |
Joshua Clottey (born October 6, 1977) is a
Early life
As a child in his native Ghana, Clottey had a passion for football, a sport that was also played by his father. Clottey moved and spent a few years in the United Kingdom then later to the United States.[2]
Professional career
Welterweight
Clottey rose to prominence by winning his first twenty fights, including 14 by knockout. His performance set him up to fight Carlos Baldomir, in a title defense by Baldomir for the WBC international welterweight title. Clottey was winning until the 10th round, where he was penalized two points for an intentional head butt. After another clash of heads, Clottey was disqualified.
Clottey rebounded from the controversial loss by winning the African Boxing Union welterweight title in his next fight. He then rolled off a 10 fight winning streak highlighted by his first win on American soil and capture of several minor welterweight and middleweight titles. The streak culminated in an IBF intercontinental welterweight title. On December 2, 2006, Clottey earned his first shot at a world title but broke his hand in the fourth round of his fight against World Boxing Organization champion Antonio Margarito. That bout against Margarito has since come under controversial suspicion following news reports (released after Margarito's fight with Shane Mosley) that Margarito had boxed opponents with hand wraps illegally loaded with plaster (along with Margarito's first bout with Miguel Cotto). On April 7, 2007 (following Clottey's questionable loss to Margarito), Clottey earned a unanimous decision over Diego Corrales, in what was Corrales's final fight before his death. In December 2007, Clottey positioned himself for another title shot with a win over prospect Shamone Alvarez.[3] Clottey beat Zab Judah on August 2, 2008, for the IBF welterweight title vacated by Antonio Margarito.
Clottey vs. Cotto
On June 13, 2009, Clottey faced
Clottey vs. Pacquiao: The Event
Clottey fought
Comeback
On August 23, 2013, Star Boxing announced Clottey's return to boxing as they have signed the former champion to a contract.
Fighting style
A tough, orthodox fighter, Clottey has a balanced combination of size, speed, stamina, power, endurance, ring savvy, and a solid chin. In addition, he is an accurate, efficient puncher with effective countering ability. His defensive skills are top notch; he stands upright while holding his arms and gloves high to protect himself, which is similar to Winky Wright's defensive stance.[17] As a result of his defensive prowess and ability to absorb a punch, he has never lost a bout via knockout.
Personal life
Born in Accra, Ghana, Clottey now lives in The Bronx, New York.
Professional boxing record
47 fights | 41 wins | 5 losses |
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By knockout | 24 | 0 |
By decision | 17 | 4 |
By disqualification | 0 | 1 |
No contests | 1 |
No. | Result | Record | Opponent | Type | Round, time | Date | Location | Notes |
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47 | Win | 41–5 (1) | Aziiz Mpomda | TKO | 9 (10) | 22 Sep 2019 | Odwira Akropong, Ghana | |
46 | Win | 40–5 (1) | Mfaume Mfaume | TKO | 6 (10) | 8 Mar 2019 | Bukom Boxing Arena, Accra, Ghana | |
45 | Loss | 39–5 (1) | Gabriel Rosado | UD | 10 | 19 Dec 2015 | Turning Stone Resort Casino, Verona, New York, U.S. | |
44 | Win | 39–4 (1) | Jorge Silva | UD | 10 | 9 May 2015 | Minute Maid Park, Houston, Texas, US | |
43 | Win | 38–4 (1) | Anthony Mundine | UD | 12 | 9 Apr 2014 | Entertainment Centre, Newcastle, Australia | Won WBA International super welterweight title |
42 | Win | 37–4 (1) | Dashon Johnson | UD | 10 | 14 Sep 2013 | The Paramount, Huntington, New York, US | |
41 | Win | 36–4 (1) | Calvin Green | TKO | 2 (8), 1:56 | 19 Nov 2011 | Reliant Arena, Houston , Texas, US
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40 | Loss | 35–4 (1) | Manny Pacquiao | UD | 12 | 13 Mar 2010 | Cowboys Stadium, Arlington, Texas , US
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For WBO welterweight title |
39 | Loss | 35–3 (1) | Miguel Cotto | SD | 12 | 13 Jun 2009 | Madison Square Garden, New York City, New York, US | For WBO welterweight title |
38 | Win | 35–2 (1) | Zab Judah | TD | 9 (12), 1:12 | 2 Aug 2008 | Pearl Concert Theater , Paradise, Nevada, US
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Won vacant IBF welterweight title; Unanimous TD: Judah cut from an accidental head clash |
37 | Win | 34–2 (1) | José Luis Cruz | TKO | 5 (10), 2:48 | 3 Apr 2008 | Aviator Sports & Events Center , New York City, New York, US
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36 | Win | 33–2 (1) | Shamone Alvarez | UD | 12 | 20 Dec 2007 | The Joint, Paradise, Nevada, US | |
35 | Win | 32–2 (1) | Felix Flores | UD | 10 | 9 Aug 2007 | The Joint , Paradise, Nevada, US
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34 | Win | 31–2 (1) | Diego Corrales | UD | 10 | 7 Apr 2007 | Abou Ben Adhem Shrine Mosque, Springfield, Missouri, US | |
33 | Loss | 30–2 (1) | Antonio Margarito | UD | 12 | 2 Dec 2006 | Boardwalk Hall, Atlantic City, New Jersey, US | For WBO welterweight title |
32 | Win | 30–1 (1) | Richard Gutierrez | MD | 12 | 29 Jul 2006 | Chumash Casino Resort, Santa Ynez, California, US | Won IBF Inter-Continental welterweight title |
31 | Win | 29–1 (1) | Marcos Primera | UD | 10 | 3 Dec 2005
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Mandalay Bay Events Center, Paradise, Nevada , US
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Won vacant WBC Continental Americas super welterweight title
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30 | Win | 28–1 (1) | Marlon Thomas | UD | 10 | 21 Oct 2005 | Turning Stone Resort Casino, Verona, New York, US | |
29 | NC | 27–1 (1) | Steve Martinez | NC | 2 (10) | 18 Feb 2005 | Boardwalk Hall, Atlantic City, New Jersey, US | Martinez cut from an accidental head clash |
28 | Win | 27–1 | Christopher Henry | TKO | 5 (10), 1:16 | 24 Jul 2004 | Flamingo, Laughlin, Nevada , US
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27 | Win | 26–1 | Christian Lloyd Joseph | UD | 10 | 6 Jun 2004 | Mid-Hudson Civic Center, Poughkeepsie, New York, US | |
26 | Win | 25–1 | Jeffrey Hill | RTD | 6 (8), 3:00 | 21 Nov 2003 | New York City, New York , US
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25 | Win | 24–1 | Ayitey Powers | UD | 10 | 6 Dec 2002 | Globe Cinema, Accra, Ghana | |
24 | Win | 23–1 | Siki Benge | TKO | 2 (10) | 30 Nov 2001 | Kaneshie Sports Complex, Accra, Ghana | |
23 | Win | 22–1 | Didier Mebara | TKO | 3 (8) | 8 Sep 2001 | Kaneshie Sports Complex, Accra, Ghana | |
22 | Win | 21–1 | Ike Obi | TKO | 10 (12) | 27 Apr 2001 | Kaneshie Sports Complex, Accra, Ghana | Won vacant African welterweight title |
21 | Loss | 20–1 | Carlos Baldomir | DQ | 12 (12), 2:30 | 29 Nov 1999 | Wembley Arena, London, England | For IBC welterweight titles;Clottey disqualified for repeated headbutts |
20 | Win | 20–0 | Viktor Baranov | TKO | 6 (8), 0:44 | 19 Oct 1999 | York Hall, London, England | |
19 | Win | 19–0 | Ali Mohammed | KO | 1 (10) | 1 May 1999 | Accra, Ghana | |
18 | Win | 18–0 | Dennis Berry | RTD | 3 (6), 3:00 | 23 May 1998 | York Hall, London, England | |
17 | Win | 17–0 | Ike Obi | PTS | 8 | 11 Nov 1997 | Sports Stadium, Accra, Ghana | |
16 | Win | 16–0 | Cam Raeside | TKO | 2 (8), 1:13 | 30 Aug 1997 | Grundy Park Leisure Centre, Cheshunt, England | |
15 | Win | 15–0 | Mark Ramsey | PTS | 8 | 25 Mar 1997 | Lewisham Theatre, London, England | |
14 | Win | 14–0 | Abbas De Souza | TKO | 2 (10) | 28 Dec 1996 | Accra, Ghana | |
13 | Win | 13–0 | Karl Taylor | TKO | 2 (8) | 7 Oct 1996 | Lewisham Theatre, London , England
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12 | Win | 12–0 | Dick Dosseh | TKO | 6 (10) | 3 Aug 1996 | Accra, Ghana | |
11 | Win | 11–0 | Marciano Commey | PTS | 12 | 22 Dec 1995 | Kaneshie Sports Complex , Accra, Ghana
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Won vacant Ghanaian light welterweight title |
10 | Win | 10–0 | Friday Steve Egwatu | TKO | 2 (10) | 17 Nov 1995 | Abidjan, Ivory Coast | |
9 | Win | 9–0 | Ran Coco | TKO | 3 (8) | 25 Oct 1995 | Accra, Ghana | |
8 | Win | 8–0 | Sam Akromah | PTS | 8 | 25 Aug 1995 | Accra, Ghana | |
7 | Win | 7–0 | David Duke | TKO | 1 | 14 Jul 1995 | Togo | |
6 | Win | 6–0 | Friday Steve Egwatu | TKO | 5 | 30 Jun 1995 | Accra, Ghana | |
5 | Win | 5–0 | Nazah Ayetoe | TKO | 5 | 3 Jun 1995 | Benin | |
4 | Win | 4–0 | Jomo Jackson | TKO | 1 | 27 May 1995 | Accra, Ghana | |
3 | Win | 3–0 | Smart Abbey | TKO | 4 | 29 Apr 1995 | Accra, Ghana | |
2 | Win | 2–0 | Joseph Ayinakwa | TKO | 2 | 14 Apr 1995 | Benin | |
1 | Win | 1–0 | Samuel Lotsu | PTS | 6 | 31 Mar 1995 | Accra, Ghana |
References
- ^ "15.Commonwealth Games". amateur-boxing.strefa.pl. Retrieved 28 December 2020.
- ^ Joaquin Henson (March 19, 2010). "Clottey chickened out". philSTAR.com. Retrieved 2011-03-02.
- ^ Scorecard: Clottey gets past Alvarez, moves closer to title shot – boxing – ESPN. Sports.espn.go.com (2007-12-24). Retrieved on 2012-02-29.
- ^ Miguel Cotto-Joshua Clottey: Round by Round. Bleacher Report (2009-06-14). Retrieved on 2012-02-29.
- ^ "Manny Pacquiao vs. Joshua Clottey - CompuBox Punch Stats". www.boxingscene.com.
- ^ "Clottey signs with DeGuardia". BadLeftHook.com. 24 August 2013.
- ^ "Joshua Clottey Signs With Star Boxing". ThaBoxingVoice.com. August 23, 2013.
- ^ "Joshua Clottey vs. Dashon Johnson on September 14th in Huntington, New York". BoxingNews24.com. August 26, 2013.
- ^ "Joshua Clottey defeats Dashon Johnson". BoxingNews24.com. September 16, 2013.
- ^ "Why this is The Man's last fight". NewsComAu.com.
- ^ "Anthony Mundine punished in defeat to Joshua Clottey". theGuardian.com. April 9, 2014.
- ^ "Canelo to face Clottey on HBO in December". BadLeftHook.com. 23 September 2014.
- ^ "Canelo suffers ankle injury, pulls out of Clottey fight on December 6th". BoxingNews24.com. October 7, 2014.
- ^ "Boxing: Joshua Clottey loses to Gabriel Rosado in New York". citifmonline.com. December 21, 2015.
- ^ "I have not retired from boxing - Joshua Clottey". www.ghanaweb.com. 6 February 2018.
- ^ BoxingGhana. BoxingGhana.com (2019-08-31). Retrieved on 2019-11-27.
- ^ Manny Pacquiao-Joshua Clottey fight packed star power, fans into Cowboys Stadium – ESPN Dallas. Sports.espn.go.com (2010-03-15). Retrieved on 2012-02-29.
External links
- Boxing record for Joshua Clottey from BoxRec (registration required)