Joel Julio facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Joel Julio |
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| Real name | Joel Jalil Julio Mejia |
| Rated at | Light Middleweight |
| Height | 5 ft 10 in (1.78 m) |
| Nationality |  Colombian |
| Born | January 18, 1985 Montería, Colombia |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Boxing record | |
| Total fights | 55 |
| Wins | 39 |
| Wins by KO | 33 |
| Losses | 16 |
Joel Jalil Julio Mejia, born on January 18, 1985, is a professional boxer from Montería, Colombia. He is known for his powerful punches. In 2005, a big sports website, ESPN.com, called him the "Boxing Prospect of the Year". This meant he was seen as a very promising young boxer. He also appeared in popular boxing shows like ShoBox.
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Joel Julio's Boxing Journey
Early Fights and First Loss
Joel Julio started his professional boxing career with many wins. He was a rising star. His first loss happened on June 24, 2006. He fought against Puerto Rican boxer Carlos Quintana. Joel lost this fight after 12 rounds.
After this, Joel moved up to a heavier weight class called Junior Middleweight. He quickly bounced back with five wins in a row. These wins included a close fight against Cosme Rivera and three impressive knockout wins. He defeated Francisco Campos, Thomas Davis, and Mauro Lucero.
Key Fights and Victories
On July 11, 2007, Joel Julio fought Cornelius Bundrage. Bundrage was famous from a TV show called "The Contender". Joel showed his great skill and accuracy early in the fight. He landed more punches than Bundrage. Joel knocked Bundrage down in the third and eighth rounds. He won the fight in the eighth round by TKO (Technical Knockout).
Joel then faced another "Contender" participant, Ishe Smith, on April 30, 2008. This fight took place in Vancouver. Smith was known for his strong defense. This made it hard for Joel to use his power. However, Joel still managed to win the fight. He won by a close decision after 10 rounds.
On August 13, 2008, Joel fought Jose Varela in Hollywood, Florida. Joel showed his power in this match. He knocked Varela down five times. Varela's team stopped the fight after the sixth round. This gave Joel another TKO victory.
Later Career Challenges
On November 1, 2008, Joel Julio faced his second career loss. He fought Sergiy Dzindziruk, a left-handed boxer. Joel lost this fight after 12 rounds by a unanimous decision.
His next fight was on March 7, 2009. He was stopped by another strong puncher, James Kirkland. Joel was knocked out by Alfredo Angulo in their fight on April 24, 2010.
Regional Boxing Titles Won
While Joel Julio has not held a major world title, he has won several important regional titles. These titles show his skill and success in different boxing organizations.
- WBA FEDEBOL Welterweight Title (2003)
- WBC Continental Americas Light Welterweight Title (2003)
- WBA Fedecentro Welterweight Title (2006)
- WBO Latino Welterweight Title (2006)
Joel Julio's Boxing Record Summary
Joel Julio has had many professional fights. He has won most of them.
| 43 fights | 39 wins | 4 losses |
| By knockout | 33 | 2 |
| By decision | 6 | 2 |
His first professional fight was on May 18, 2001, in Monitos, Colombia. He won that fight by knockout. His most recent recorded win was on November 30, 2018, in Barranquilla, Colombia. He won that fight by knockout in the third round.
See also
In Spanish: Joel Julio para niños
