Mikkel Kessler
Boxer with multiple world titles
Born
March 1st, 1979
46 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Denmark
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Born in 1979, this Danish boxer participated in the super middleweight division. Achieved significant success by winning multiple world championships, including the WBA, WBC, and IBF titles. Competed in notable matches against prominent fighters, establishing a strong presence in international boxing. Retired with a favorable win-loss record and received acclaim for technical skill and resilience in the ring.
Won the WBA super middleweight title in 2004
Held the WBC super middleweight title from 2008 to 2010
Claimed the IBF super middleweight title in 2011
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