Kali Meehan
Kali Meehan | |
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Born | Kalivati Meehan 9 March 1970 |
Nationality | Fijian |
Other names | "Check Mate" |
Statistics | |
Weight(s) | Heavyweight |
Height | 6 ft 5½ in (197 cm) |
Stance | Orthodox |
Boxing record | |
Total fights | 38 |
Wins | 35 |
Wins by KO | 29 |
Losses | 3 |
Draws | 0 |
No contests | 0 |
Kalivati Gerald Meehan (born 9 March 1970 in Fiji) is an Australian boxer, turned pro after a career in league.
Amateur career
Meehan before becoming professional, fought in amateur bouts and had a Record of 23-5. and he will currently, fight for a title fight in a world title fight elimenator against ruslan chargaev.
Professional career
Nicknamed "Checkmate", Meehan's memorable appearances include a contested loss in the WBO heavyweight title boot to Lamon Brewster, KO loss to Hasim Rahman, and a first-round TKO loss to Danny Williams in another title bout for British Commonwealth crown.
He had been the Australian heavyweight champion with multiple successful defences until 2000 when he vacated the title.
Most recently in October 2007, Meehan upset contender DaVarryl Williamson, knocking him down and winning via a TKO in the 6th round. In February 2008, he defeated Jeremy Bates knocking him out in the 3rd round of a 10 round bout.
External links
- http://www.solidboxing.co.nz Kali Meehan's profile and news.
- Boxing record for Kali Meehan from BoxRec (registration required)