Bryant Jennings facts for kids
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| Nickname(s) | By-By |
| Rated at | Heavyweight |
| Height | 6 ft 3 in |
| Reach | 84 in |
| Born | September 25, 1984 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Boxing record | |
| Total fights | 29 |
| Wins | 25 |
| Wins by KO | 14 |
| Losses | 4 |
Bryant Jennings was born on September 25, 1984. He is an American former professional boxer. He was a top heavyweight boxer who even fought for world championship titles. He is known for his win against former world heavyweight champion Siarhei Liakhovich.
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Bryant Jennings's Boxing Journey
Starting as an Amateur Boxer
Bryant Jennings had a good start in amateur boxing. He won 13 fights and lost only 4. One of his notable wins was against Stipe Miocic, who later became a champion in UFC (a mixed martial arts sport). In 2009, Bryant reached the finals of the National Golden Gloves tournament, which is a big competition for amateur boxers. He lost that final match to a more experienced boxer named Lenroy Thompson.
Becoming a Professional Boxer
Bryant Jennings started his professional boxing career on February 26, 2010. In his first fight, he won against Zeferino Albino. He then quickly won more fights, often by knocking out his opponents. He beat Jon Bolden and even had a rematch with Zeferino Albino, knocking him out in the first round this time. He continued to win all his fights in 2010 and 2011.
Winning Early Titles
In 2012, Bryant Jennings had a big fight on January 21. He fought Maurice Byarm and won, which made him the Pennsylvania State heavyweight champion. This was an important step in his career.
Later that year, on March 24, 2012, he faced Siarhei Liakhovich, a former world heavyweight champion. Bryant used his strong jabs and powerful punches to control the fight. Liakhovich stopped fighting after the ninth round, giving Bryant a big win.
On June 16, 2012, Bryant fought Steve Collins and won by a unanimous decision. This victory earned him the USBA heavyweight title. He kept winning, knocking out Chris Koval very quickly and then stopping Bowie Tupou to keep his USBA title.
In 2013, Bryant continued his winning streak by stopping Andrey Fedosov in the sixth round.
Big Fights and Title Shots
On January 25, 2014, Bryant Jennings fought Polish heavyweight Artur Szpilka. Bryant won by knockout in the tenth round. His next big fight was against Mike Perez on July 26, 2014. It was a very close fight, but Bryant won by a split decision. This win made him the top contender for a world title shot.
Fighting for World Titles
Jennings vs. Klitschko
On April 25, 2015, Bryant Jennings got his chance to fight for the world heavyweight championship. He faced the champion, Wladimir Klitschko, at Madison Square Garden. Klitschko was a very skilled boxer who used his jab and strong right punches to keep Bryant away. Klitschko won the fight by a unanimous decision, meaning all the judges agreed he was the winner.
Jennings vs. Ortiz
After the Klitschko fight, Bryant Jennings faced another undefeated boxer, Luis Ortiz, on December 19, 2015. This fight was for the WBA interim heavyweight title. Bryant lost this fight in the seventh round after Ortiz landed some powerful punches.
Returning to the Ring
After taking a break from boxing, Bryant Jennings signed with a new promoter. He returned to fighting on August 19, 2017, and won by knockout in the second round against Daniel Martz. He continued to win his next fights in 2017 and 2018, showing he was back in top form.
Jennings vs. Dimitrenko
On August 18, 2018, Bryant Jennings fought Alexander Dimitrenko. Bryant won the fight in the ninth round.
Jennings vs. Rivas
In his next fight, Bryant Jennings faced Oscar Rivas on January 18, 2019. Bryant boxed well for most of the fight. However, Rivas pushed hard in the last round, knowing he needed a knockout to win. Rivas managed to knock Bryant down twice, leading to a technical knockout win for Rivas.
Jennings vs. Joyce
On July 13, 2019, Bryant Jennings fought Joe Joyce. Bryant started strong in the first round, but Joyce took control after that and won the fight by a unanimous decision from the judges.
Bryant Jennings's Life Outside Boxing
Bryant Jennings is a Muslim. He has also been a vegan since August 2013, which means he does not eat any animal products.
Professional boxing record
| 28 fights | 24 wins | 4 losses |
| By knockout | 14 | 2 |
| By decision | 10 | 2 |
| No. | Result | Record | Opponent | Type | Round, time | Date | Location | Notes |
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| 29 | Win | 25–4 | Joel Caudle | UD | 8 | Aug 24, 2024 | The Met Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. | |
| 28 | Loss | 24–4 | Joe Joyce | UD | 12 | Jul 13, 2019 | The O2 Arena, London, England | |
| 27 | Loss | 24–3 | Óscar Rivas | TKO | 12 (12), 0:54 | Jan 18, 2019 | Turning Stone Resort & Casino, Verona, New York, U.S. | Lost IBF International and WBO–NABO heavyweight titles; For NABF heavyweight title |
| 26 | Win | 24–2 | Alexander Dimitrenko | TKO | 9 (12), 1:56 | Aug 18, 2018 | Ocean Resort Casino, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S. | Won IBF International and vacant WBO–NABO heavyweight titles |
| 25 | Win | 23–2 | Joey Dawejko | UD | 10 | Apr 28, 2018 | Liacouras Center, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. | Won vacant Pennsylvania heavyweight title |
| 24 | Win | 22–2 | Akhror Muralimov | TKO | 3 (8), 1:12 | Feb 16, 2018 | Grand Sierra Resort Grand Theatre, Reno, Nevada, U.S. | |
| 23 | Win | 21–2 | Don Haynesworth | TKO | 3 (8), 2:29 | Dec 9, 2017 | The Theater at Madison Square Garden, New York City, New York, U.S. | |
| 22 | Win | 20–2 | Daniel Martz | TKO | 2 (8), 2:18 | Aug 19, 2017 | Pinnacle Bank Arena, Lincoln, Nebraska, U.S. | |
| 21 | Loss | 19–2 | Luis Ortiz | TKO | 7 (12), 2:41 | Dec 19, 2015 | Turning Stone Resort Casino, Verona, New York, U.S. | For WBA interim heavyweight title |
| 20 | Loss | 19–1 | Wladimir Klitschko | UD | 12 | Apr 25, 2015 | Madison Square Garden, New York City, New York, U.S. | For WBA (Super), IBF, WBO, IBO, and The Ring heavyweight titles |
| 19 | Win | 19–0 | Mike Perez | SD | 12 | Jul 26, 2014 | Madison Square Garden, New York City, New York, U.S. | |
| 18 | Win | 18–0 | Artur Szpilka | TKO | 10 (10), 2:20 | Jan 25, 2014 | The Theater at Madison Square Garden, New York City, New York, U.S. | |
| 17 | Win | 17–0 | Andrey Fedosov | RTD | 6 (10), 3:00 | Jun 14, 2013 | Sands Casino Resort, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, U.S. | |
| 16 | Win | 16–0 | Bowie Tupou | TKO | 5 (12), 1:37 | Dec 8, 2012 | McGonigle Hall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. | Retained IBF–USBA heavyweight title |
| 15 | Win | 15–0 | Chris Koval | TKO | 1 (8), 0:35 | Sep 8, 2012 | Prudential Center, Newark, New Jersey, U.S. | |
| 14 | Win | 14–0 | Steve Collins | UD | 10 | Jun 16, 2012 | Prudential Center, Newark, New Jersey, U.S. | Won vacant IBF–USBA heavyweight title |
| 13 | Win | 13–0 | Siarhei Liakhovich | RTD | 9 (10), 3:00 | Mar 24, 2012 | Aviator Sports and Events Center, New York City, New York, U.S. | |
| 12 | Win | 12–0 | Maurice Byarm | UD | 10 | Jan 21, 2012 | Asylum Arena, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. | Won vacant Pennsylvania heavyweight title |
| 11 | Win | 11–0 | Kevin Franklin | TKO | 1 (6), 1:51 | Nov 19, 2011 | Bally's, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S. | |
| 10 | Win | 10–0 | Alexis Mejias | UD | 6 | Sep 9, 2011 | Asylum Arena, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. | |
| 9 | Win | 9–0 | Theron Johnson | UD | 6 | Jul 23, 2011 | Mandalay Bay Events Center, Paradise, Nevada, U.S. | |
| 8 | Win | 8–0 | Mike Miller | UD | 4 | Jun 4, 2011 | The Hamilton Manor, Hamilton Township, New Jersey, U.S. | |
| 7 | Win | 7–0 | David Williams | TKO | 2 (6), 3:00 | Apr 23, 2011 | Circus Maximus Showroom, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S. | |
| 6 | Win | 6–0 | Theron Johnson | UD | 6 | Feb 26, 2011 | Bally's, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S. | |
| 5 | Win | 5–0 | Randy Smith | TKO | 2 (4), 2:18 | Dec 9, 2010 | Prudential Center, Newark, New Jersey, U.S. | |
| 4 | Win | 4–0 | Bernell Stewart | UD | 4 | Jul 30, 2010 | South Philly Arena, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. | |
| 3 | Win | 3–0 | Zeferino Albino | TKO | 1 (4), 2:59 | Apr 30, 2010 | South Philly Arena, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. | |
| 2 | Win | 2–0 | Jon Bolden | KO | 3 (4), 3:06 | Apr 2, 2010 | The Blue Horizon, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. | |
| 1 | Win | 1–0 | Zeferino Albino | UD | 4 | Feb 26, 2010 | South Philly Arena, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
