Anthony Crolla
Anthony Crolla | |
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Statistics | |
Nickname(s) | Million Dolla |
Rated at | |
Height | 5 ft 8 1⁄2 in (174 cm) |
Reach | 67 in (170 cm) |
Nationality | British |
Born |
Manchester, England | 16 November 1986
Stance | Orthodox |
Boxing record | |
Total fights | 39 |
Wins | 31 |
Wins by KO | 13 |
Losses | 5 |
Draws | 3 |
Anthony Crolla (born 16 November 1986) is a British professional boxer.[1] He held the WBA lightweight title from 2015 to 2016, as well as the English super-featherweight title from 2010 to 2012; the British lightweight title from 2011 to 2012; and the English lightweight title from 2012 to 2013.
Professional career
Early career
Crolla made his professional contest on 14 October 2006 when he scored a points win over Abdul Rashid at the MEN Arena in Manchester.[1] Five more fights throughout the rest of the year and into 2007 resulted in five more victories giving Crolla an unbeaten record of 6–0 at the end of his first full year as a professional.[1] Crolla begun 2008 with a win in Germany on 19 January beating Tomasz Kwiecien and followed this up with another victory on 14 March, traveling to the Old Trafford Stadium to beat journeyman Steve Gethin. On 5 April however, in his third fight of the year so far, Crolla lost his unbeaten record to Syrian Youssef Al Hamidi at the Bolton Arena, losing on points over 8 rounds.[2] Two fights in September resulted in Crolla returning to winning ways against Robin Deakin on the 6th and then traveling to the York Hall in Bethnal Green on the 26th to meet Al Hamidi once more and to gain a revenge win over six rounds. Crolla finished 2008 with further victories over Carl Allen in October and Jon Baguley in December finishing the year with a record of 12–1.[1]
Career from 2009–2012
Fights with Sykes, Brodie and Morris
Crolla begun 2009 on 14 March with a repeat victory over former opponent Carl Allen and then on 29 May took part in his most significant bout to date, a British title eliminator at the Fenton Manor Sports Complex in Stoke. The fight resulted in a second career defeat for Crolla as he lost a ten round points decision to Gary Sykes.[1][3] On 25 September he returned to ring and scored another victory over an opponent he had already met, Jon Baguley and then on 27 November met and defeated the former world champion Michael Brodie who had returned to the ring following a long lay off.[1][3] He continued his winning run in 2010 with victories over Jason Nesbitt, Sid Razak and Chris Riley before on 2 October challenging Andy Morris for the English super featherweight title. The fight at the De Vere Whites hotel in Bolton resulted in a 7th round stoppage for Crolla and a first career title.[1][4]
British lightweight champion
Crolla stepped up a weight division when on 12 February 2011 he challenged John Watson for the vacant British lightweight title. Described as an "early contender for fight of the year" Crolla won the fight in the 9th round after scoring a 9th round knockout.[5] Describing his move up a weight division after the fight Crolla said "I knew I'd be strong enough at lightweight, but I didn't know I'd be that strong. I'm in with strong kids in the gym all the time and they say my strength is underrated. But even I couldn't believe how strong I was."[5] On 21 April 2012 Crolla lost his British Lightweight Title to 28-year-old Liverpudlian Derry Matthews at the Oldham Sports Centre. Matthews knocked Crolla down in the 3rd round, and the fight was eventually stopped with 4 seconds remaining in the 6th round.
Prize Fighter
In September 2012 Crolla entered the Prize Fighter tournament beating Stephen Jennings in the quarter finals in what many felt was the best display of the night. Crolla reached the semi-final stage, losing a very close points decision that could have gone either way to Gary Sykes.
Crolla vs Farrell
Kieran Farrell was at the time a young up and coming prospect that had beaten the 14 opponents put before him. His new promoter Dave Coldwell fancied his fighters chances against Crolla, feeling he may be on the slide. Crolla beat Farrell; just after the final bell Farrell collapsed and was rushed to hospital. He had suffered a brain injury during the contest and will no longer be able to box.
Career from 2013–2015
Crolla vs. Matthews II
The rematch took place and the fight ended in what was as clear a draw as you could expect. The fight started with Crolla being very cautious and allowing Matthews to score without much reply. The middle rounds were closer and Crolla took the later rounds.
WBO Inter-Continental lightweight title
On 30 June 2013, Crolla beat former WBA light-welterweight world champion Gavin Rees with a majority decision at the Bolton Arena.
World title cancellation
Crolla was scheduled to fight Richar Abril of Cuba for the WBA world lightweight title in January 2015.[6]
This fight was cancelled after Crolla suffered a broken ankle and a fractured skull during a burglary.[7] Crolla confronted two burglars who were raiding a neighbour's house. Crolla was able to catch one of the intruders, but was then attacked by the other with a lump of concrete.[8]
World lightweight champion
Crolla vs. Perez
Crolla was crowned world champion when he defeated WBA lightweight champion Darleys Perez with a fifth round stoppage. The stoppage came after a bodyshot crumpled Perez to the canvas.[9] This was a rematch after their first fight ended in a controversial draw in July 2015.[10]
Crolla vs. Barroso
Crolla made his first defence of his WBA lightweight title against mandatory challenger Ismael Barroso at the Manchester Arena on 7 May. Barroso displayed his punch power in a chilling knockout win over Kevin Mitchell in December 2015.[11] Crolla finished the fight with a body shot, retaining the WBA lightweight title.[12] Crolla was behind on all three judges scorecards (56–58, 55–59 twice).[13]
Crolla vs. Linares
On 15 June it was announced on Sky Sports that a deal had been made for Crolla to fight WBC 'Diamond' champion Jorge Linares (40–3. 27 KOs) on 24 September at the Manchester Arena. Crolla's WBA world lightweight title will also be at stake as well as the Ring Magazine world championship.[14] Crolla, who was named Ring Magazine's Most Inspirational fighter of 2015, said it would be 'a dream come true' if he can beat Linares and claim the Ring Magazine title.[15] In front of the hometown crowd, Crolla was rocked in round 6 following a right hook as the fight went the distance. The judges scored the fight 115-114, 117-111 and 115-113 in favour of Linares. This was Crolla's first loss in 10 fights and regarded by many a close contest filled with action throughout. A rematch was discussed post fight.[16][17]
Professional boxing record
Professional record summary | ||
39 fights | 31 wins | 5 losses |
By knockout | 13 | 1 |
By decision | 18 | 4 |
Draws | 3 |
No. | Result | Record | Opponent | Type | Round, time | Date | Location | Notes |
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39 | Loss | 31–5–3 | ![]() |
UD | 12 | 24 Sep 2016 | ![]() |
Lost WBA lightweight title; For vacant The Ring lightweight title |
38 | Win | 31–4–3 | ![]() |
KO | 7 (12), 1:31 | 7 May 2016 | ![]() |
Retained WBA lightweight title |
37 | Win | 30–4–3 | ![]() |
KO | 5 (12), 2:30 | 21 Nov 2015 | ![]() |
Won WBA lightweight title |
36 | Draw | 29–4–3 | ![]() |
MD | 12 | 18 Jul 2015 | ![]() |
For WBA lightweight title |
35 | Win | 29–4–2 | ![]() |
PTS | 6 | 15 Nov 2014 | ![]() |
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34 | Draw | 28–4–2 | ![]() |
TD | 3 (12), 3:00 | 13 Sep 2014 | ![]() |
Retained WBO Inter-Continental lightweight title; TD after Díaz sustained a cut from an accidental head clash |
33 | Win | 28–4–1 | ![]() |
TKO | 10 (12), 2:20 | 19 Apr 2014 | ![]() |
Retained WBO Inter-Continental lightweight title |
32 | Win | 27–4–1 | ![]() |
RTD | 6 (12), 3:00 | 23 Nov 2013 | ![]() |
Retained WBO Inter-Continental lightweight title |
31 | Win | 26–4–1 | ![]() |
MD | 12 | 28 Jun 2013 | ![]() |
Won vacant WBO Inter-Continental lightweight title |
30 | Draw | 25–4–1 | ![]() |
SD | 12 | 30 Mar 2013 | ![]() |
For vacant Commonwealth lightweight title |
29 | Win | 25–4 | ![]() |
UD | 10 | 7 Dec 2012 | ![]() |
Won vacant English lightweight title |
28 | Loss | 24–4 | ![]() |
SD | 3 | 6 Oct 2012 | ![]() |
Prizefighter 26: lightweight semi-final |
27 | Won | 24–3 | ![]() |
UD | 3 | 6 Oct 2012 | ![]() |
Prizefighter 26: lightweight quarter-final |
26 | Loss | 23–3 | ![]() |
TKO | 6 (12), 2:57 | 21 Apr 2012 | ![]() |
Lost British lightweight title |
25 | Win | 23–2 | ![]() |
UD | 12 | 25 Nov 2011 | ![]() |
Retained British lightweight title |
24 | Win | 22–2 | ![]() |
SD | 8 | 17 Sep 2011 | ![]() |
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23 | Win | 21–2 | ![]() |
TKO | 1 (10), 2:59 | 18 Jun 2011 | ![]() |
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22 | Win | 20–2 | ![]() |
TKO | 9 (12), 2:35 | 12 Feb 2011 | ![]() |
Won vacant British lightweight title |
21 | Win | 19–2 | ![]() |
TKO | 7 (10), 2:51 | 2 Oct 2010 | ![]() |
Won vacant English super-featherweight title |
20 | Win | 18–2 | ![]() |
PTS | 6 | 16 Jul 2010 | ![]() |
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19 | Win | 17–2 | ![]() |
PTS | 6 | 16 Jul 2010 | ![]() |
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18 | Win | 16–2 | ![]() |
PTS | 4 | 19 Feb 2010 | ![]() |
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17 | Win | 15–2 | ![]() |
TKO | 3 (8), 3:00 | 27 Nov 2009 | ![]() |
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16 | Win | 14–2 | ![]() |
PTS | 4 | 25 Sep 2009 | ![]() |
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15 | Loss | 13–2 | ![]() |
PTS | 10 | 29 May 2009 | ![]() |
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14 | Win | 13–1 | ![]() |
PTS | 6 | 14 Mar 2009 | ![]() |
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13 | Win | 12–1 | ![]() |
PTS | 4 | 12 Dec 2008 | ![]() |
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12 | Win | 11–1 | ![]() |
PTS | 6 | 10 Oct 2008 | ![]() |
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11 | Win | 10–1 | ![]() |
PTS | 6 | 26 Sep 2008 | ![]() |
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10 | Win | 9–1 | ![]() |
PTS | 4 | 6 Sep 2008 | ![]() |
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9 | Loss | 8–1 | ![]() |
PTS | 8 | 5 Apr 2008 | ![]() |
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8 | Win | 8–0 | ![]() |
PTS | 6 | 14 Mar 2008 | ![]() |
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7 | Win | 7–0 | ![]() |
KO | 5 (6), 1:40 | 19 Jan 2008 | ![]() |
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6 | Win | 6–0 | ![]() |
RTD | 2 (6), 3:00 | 8 Dec 2007 | ![]() |
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5 | Win | 5–0 | ![]() |
TKO | 3 (6), 1:08 | 6 Oct 2007 | ![]() |
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4 | Win | 4–0 | ![]() |
TKO | 1 (4), 2:15 | 31 May 2007 | ![]() |
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3 | Win | 3–0 | ![]() |
PTS | 4 | 10 Mar 2007 | ![]() |
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2 | Win | 2–0 | ![]() |
TKO | 3 (4), 1:57 | 9 Dec 2006 | ![]() |
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1 | Win | 1–0 | ![]() |
PTS | 4 | 14 Oct 2006 | ![]() |
Professional debut |
Titles in boxing
Regional titles | ||
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Vacant Title last held by Ryan Barrett |
English super-featherweight champion 2 October 2010 – 12 February 2012 Vacated |
Vacant Title next held by Ben Jones |
Vacant Title last held by Gavin Rees |
British lightweight champion 12 February 2011 – 21 April 2012 |
Succeeded by Derry Mathews |
Vacant Title last held by Derry Mathews |
English lightweight champion 7 December 2012 – March 2013 Vacated |
Vacant Title next held by Kirk Goodings |
Vacant Title last held by Carlos Molina |
WBO Inter-Continental lightweight champion 29 June 2013 – November 2014 Vacated |
Vacant Title next held by Liam Walsh |
World titles | ||
Preceded by Darleys Pérez |
WBA lightweight champion 21 November 2015 – 24 September 2016 |
Succeeded by Jorge Linares |
References
- 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Professional boxing record for Anthony Crolla from BoxRec. Retrieved 11 September 2016.
- ↑ Mathews and Crolla both defeated. Livefight (2008-04-05). Retrieved on 2012-11-19.
- 1 2 Crolla back on track. Boxingnewsonline.net. Retrieved on 2012-11-19.
- ↑ Manchester Evening News | Foster Jnr, Crolla back on top. Menmedia.co.uk (2010-10-04). Retrieved on 2012-11-19.
- 1 2 Manchester Evening News | Anthony Crolla defeats John Watson to land British title. Menmedia.co.uk (2011-02-14). Retrieved on 2012-11-19.
- ↑ Manchester's Anthony Crolla is to fight for the world lightweight title. BBC (2014-11-16). Retrieved on 2015-11-29.
- ↑ Anthony Crolla: Boxer 'lucky to be alive' after burglar attack. BBC (2014-12-17). Retrieved on 2015-11-29.
- ↑ Anthony Crolla in hospital after confronting burglars . The Guardian (2014-12-16). Retrieved on 2015-11-29.
- ↑ Anthony Crolla fulfils boyhood dream of world title win with stunning fifth-round knockout of Darleys Perez in Manchester . The Daily Mail (2015-11-22). Retrieved on 2015-11-29.
- ↑ Anthony Crolla crowned world champion after stopping Darleys Perez to win WBA lightweight title in rematch . Manchester Evening News (2015-11-22). Retrieved on 2015-11-29.
- ↑ "Crolla to fight Barroso".
- ↑ Sport, Alan Jewell BBC. "Anthony Crolla stops Ismael Barroso to retain WBA lightweight title". BBC Sport. Retrieved 2016-05-08.
- ↑ "BoxRec - Anthony Crolla v Ismael Barroso". boxrec.com. Retrieved 2016-05-08.
- ↑ "Crolla vs. Linarez set for September 24". Sky Sports. June 15, 2016. Retrieved June 16, 2016.
- ↑ "Crolla wants to claim Ring world title". Sky Sports. June 14, 2016. Retrieved June 16, 2016.
- ↑ "Anthony Crolla is beaten by Jorge Linares on a unanimous decision". Sky Sports. September 24, 2016. Retrieved September 5, 2016.
- ↑ "Jorge Linares says Anthony Crolla deserves a rematch and is happy to return to Manchester". Sky Sports. September 25, 2016. Retrieved September 26, 2016.