Boris Powell
Boris Powell (December 19, 1964 - April 5, 2022) was an American former professional boxer. His nickname is Bo 'The Champ' Powell.[1]
| Boris Powell | |
|---|---|
| Statistics | |
| Weight(s) | Heavyweight |
| Height | 6 ft 3 in (191 cm) |
| Reach | 80 in (203 cm) |
| Nationality | American |
| Born | December 19, 1964 St. Louis, U.S. |
| Died | April 5, 2022 (aged 57) |
| Stance | Southpaw |
| Boxing record | |
| Total fights | 32 |
| Wins | 30 |
| Wins by KO | 17 |
| Losses | 2 |
| Draws | 0 |
| No contests | 0 |
Professional boxing career
Powell turned pro in 1991 and won his first 23 fights, before losing to John Ruiz in 1995. He retired in 2001 after a five fight win streak.
Personal life
In October 2020, Powell was diagnosed with the neurological disease ALS.[2] Boris knows many other famous athletes, such as Mike Tyson, George Foreman, and Anthony Bonner. A local store owner at the St. Vincent de Paul thrift store assisted Powell's family with obtaining a motorized wheelchair.[3] This allows Powell to stay mobile while he combats his condition.
In April 2021, the 2021 Jim Schoemehl run for ALS. selected Powell as the annual run's beneficiary.[1]
Career statistics
References
- "I'm going to keep fighting". The Jim Schoemehl Run Official Website. April 16, 2021. Retrieved 12 July 2021.
- Miller, Corey (April 25, 2021). "St. Louis Golden Gloves boxer facing ALS diagnosis head on". KSDK. Archived from the original on 14 July 2021. Retrieved 7 July 2021.
- Harris, Steve (June 25, 2021). "Local store owner steps in to help boxer in the fight of his life". KMOV. Archived from the original on 26 June 2021. Retrieved 12 July 2021.
External links
- Boxing record for Boris Powell from BoxRec (registration required)
- Introducing Bo! beneficiary of the Jim Schoemehl Run 2021 on YouTube
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