Renold Quinlan facts for kids

Renold Vatubua Quinlan, born on July 7, 1989, is an Australian professional boxer. He has roots in both Indigenous Australian and Fijian cultures. Renold is famous for defeating former world champion Daniel Geale. He was also the IBO super-middleweight champion from 2016 to 2017.

Early Life and Amateur Boxing

Renold Quinlan grew up in Minto and Rosemeadow, suburbs of Sydney. He went to Sarah Redfern High School. Before turning professional, Renold had a good amateur boxing career. His record was 12 wins and 3 losses.

Renold's family has a history in boxing. His maternal grandfather, Sailosi Vatubua, was also a boxer. Sailosi represented Fiji in amateur boxing. He won a gold medal at the 1966 South Pacific Games. This event took place in Nouméa.

Renold Quinlan's Professional Career

Renold Quinlan started his professional boxing journey in 2008. He took some breaks early in his career. He had a nearly two-year break before fighting again in 2010. Then, he had another fight in 2011. After that, he took another two years off.

Some of Renold's fights have been on the same event cards as his friend, Anthony Mundine. Renold trains at Grant's Fitness Revolution gym. His boxing trainer is Lepani Wilson.

Quinlan vs. Daniel Geale

On October 14, 2016, Renold Quinlan had a very important fight. He traveled to Tasmania to fight Daniel Geale. Geale was a former world champion. Renold won the fight by knockout in the second round. This was his biggest win at the time. With this victory, Renold won the vacant IBO super-middleweight title.

Quinlan vs. Chris Eubank Jr.

On February 4, 2017, Renold Quinlan defended his IBO title. He fought against Chris Eubank Jr. in London, England. Renold was stopped in the 10th round by TKO. He lost his IBO super-middleweight title in this fight.

Quinlan vs. Damien Hooper

On April 7, 2018, Renold Quinlan moved up a weight class. He fought in the light heavyweight division. His opponent was his long-time rival, Damien Hooper. This fight was for the WBO International light heavyweight title. Hooper was ranked among the top light heavyweights.

Both Quinlan and Hooper are known as very talented Australian boxers. The fight was exciting and fast-paced. Hooper started strong in the early rounds. However, Renold knocked Hooper down twice in the fifth round. Hooper eventually won the fight in the ninth round by TKO.

Quinlan vs. Joshua Buatsi

In his next fight, Renold Quinlan faced an undefeated boxer. He fought Joshua Buatsi, who was a rising star. Buatsi was ranked #9 by the WBA at light heavyweight. Buatsi won the fight quickly. He defeated Renold by TKO in the first round.

Professional Boxing Record Summary

Renold Quinlan has had many professional fights. Here is a quick look at his record: