Tony Mundine
Australian professional boxer
Born
June 10th, 1951
73 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Australia
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Brilliantly competed in the sport of boxing. Achieved multiple national titles and held the Australian middleweight championship. Competed in several international bouts and gained recognition during the 1970s and 1980s. Fought notable competitors and left a lasting legacy in the Australian boxing community.
Held the Australian middleweight title
Fought in the World Middleweight Championship
Represented Australia in international boxing competitions
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