The “best camp ever” was, in fact, a nightmare. Gonzalez failed in an attempt to capture the IBF title against Jerwin Ancajas. Gamal Yafai (born 4 August 1991)[1] is a British professional boxer. Referee Raul Caiz Sr. ruled it a knockdown but also took a point away from Yafai for hitting Carmona when he was already down. Yafai follows older brother Kal in landing the Commonwealth title as his first, and doing so one fight earlier than his brother in his tenth pro outing, and says that is what he can produce when he’s fully fit. By this point, it was looking like a clear win for Yafai and Ishida was lacking the punching power to get himself back in the fight and score a knockdown. SAN DIEGO, CALIF. – May 10, 2017 – Gamal Yafai (pictured) says he can beat Sean Davis any way he wants to when he challenges his local rival for the WBC International Super-Bantamweight title at the Barclaycard Arena in Birmingham on Saturday LIVE on AWE- A Wealth of Entertainment at a NEW START TIME 2 PM ET / 11 AM PT.… After the fight Yafai targeted the WBA super-flyweight champion Kohei Kono as a potential next opponent. Nettuno could not make the count. [45], Matchroom Boxing announced a third annual Monte-Carlo Boxing Bonanza show to take place at the Casino de Monte Carlo Salle Medecin on 24 November 2018. [citation needed], After qualifying for the 2008 Olympic Games he participated in the 2008 European union championships in Poland where he won a silver medal beating former olympic boxer Redouane asloum of France (RSCO2) in the semi-finals but then losing a controversial 13–10 decision to home favourite and Beijing Olympian Rafal Kaczor. Yafai struggled to find the right distance and began missing his target. By rounds 6 and 7, Carmona looked fatigued and Yafai dominated both rounds. The fight was stopped after Spencer refused to come out for round 3. [2] He is the brother of Galal and Kal Yafai. His brother Khalid Yafai is also a boxer who competed at the 2008 Summer Olympics and was also a member of the Great Britain elite squad.[3][4]. [48] Yafai retained his WBA title via a controversial 12 round unanimous decision. [35][36], On 20 May 2018 it was announced by Top Rank's Carl Moretti that Yafai would make his US debut on 26 May against 26 year old Mexican boxer David Carmona (21-5-5, 9 KOs) on the same card as IBF belt-holder Jerwin Ancajas, who would be making a mandatory defence against Jonas Sultan. the yafai brothers - kal & gamal realise dream of fighting in birmingham together - interview for ifl tv Don’t miss the action – tune into BoxNation, Sky Sports and BT Sports and watch the fights live. [42][43][44] Promoter Hearn stated a fight with former world champion Roman González could be next. The referee started the count, but quickly decided to wave the fight off, and award Gonzalez the TKO victory. On 21 May 2014 Yafai fought at the First Direct Arena in Leeds for the vacant Commonwealth super flyweight title against Nigerian contender and former titleholder Yaqub Kareem (13-3-1, 8 KOs). Yafai secured his world title fight after a left body shot floored Johnson Tellez in round 3. [29][30] Towards the end of September, WBA ranked former WBC champion Roman González as their number 2. The bout was fast-paced throughout, which caused Yafai to look tired in the later rounds, due to him landed constant power shots in the earlier rounds and Muranaka connecting with his own body shots to wear down. Teiken Promotions, who promote González was said to be looking to arrange a fight against Yafai. [citation needed], In 2012, Yafai was named "Young Boxer of the Year" by the British website BoxRec.[10]. Kal, the oldest of five Yafai brothers - Gamal (25), Galal (23), Adam (19) and Mikyle (6) - was knocked out of the flyweight round-of-16 by Cuba's Andry Laffita. Ishida worked hard in round 11, however Yafai connected with the harder punches. The referee Michael Alexander scored it 60-53. Yet, in defeat, the real story emerges. Hearn, who has promoted Yafai since he debuted highly praised him on his performance. Also on the undercard; Frankie Gavin will also return to the ring, this time at a catchweight of 145lbs against Dave Ryan and Gamal Yafai, the younger brother of Kal Yafai, will face WBC International Super-Bantamweight champion, Sean Davis. [6] The tournament was Yafai's first outing at senior international level. The point was deducted after many warnings. Yafai has two brothers who are also boxers. [24] Yafai retained his world title, in what was seen as a 'touger than expected' fight. Two of the knockdowns in round 7 where due to hard body shots. Paul Economides instead fought Davis for the vacant WBC International title and Gamal's brother Kal was also added to the card which was a warm-up fight. On 25 June, Yafai fought 19 year old Hungarian Jozsef Ajtai (15-3, 10 KOs) in a scheduled 8 round bantamweight bout at the O2 Arena in London on the undercard of heavyweight title fight between Anthony Joshua and Dominic Breazeale. Just a couple of days later, his twin brother and former bantamweight world title challenger, Jason will be headlining another card. Two months later, Yafai fought at the Barclaycard Arena in Birmingham beating Spanish boxer Arnoldo Solano (14-7, 0 KOs) via points decision. In March, Yafai fought in an 8-round super bantamweight bout against Michael Ramabeletsa (8-9, 4 KOs) at the Echo Arena in Liverpool. This was also a Commonwealth super-bantamweight title eliminator. Yafai won the fight via 3rd-round TKO. It is hard enough making waves domestically in the lighter weights. This was on the undercard off Frampton-Molitor. Speaking on Ishida, Yafai said, "I’m a huge favorite to win and a lot of people think Ishida has no chance, but I’m always on the ball. Gonzalez, sensing that Yafai's power is waning, became more aggressive, which resulted in a knockdown for Gonzalez in the eighth round. [15], On 22 February 2017, Yafai lost his Commonwealth super bantamweight title after failing to take part in a mandatory. [21], On 25 January 2017, it was announced that Yafai, as wished, would make his first world title defence in his home city of Birmingham on 13 May, live on Sky Sports. Carmona beat the count and later in the round managed to hurt Yafai. Carmona was knocked down twice in round 5. The fight also involved both fighters landing low blows on their opponent, as well as a highly questionable knockdown in favor of Yafai in the closing round. The three judges scored it 118-111, 117-112, 117-112, all in favour of Yafai. Yafai also became the first boxer from Birmingham to win a world title in over 100 years. [38][39] Carmona was unable to challenge for the WBA title after coming in 118½ pounds at the weigh in. [29] He fought Nicaraguan boxer Jose Aguilar in a 6 round fight and stopped him with a left hook body shot in round 3. The 25 year old now meets ‘Showtime’ on the undercard of his brother Kal’s World title defence, and Yafai plans to do a comprehensive job on Davis to show he’s ready to move to the next level. Yafai winning via TKO. Kal Yafai’s brother Gamal was on straight after him. Yafai started the fight slow, targeting Gonzalez's body while Gonzalez was off the mark quicker with his high tempo, throwing at a higher output. He also competed at the 2019 World Championships in Yekaterinburg, Russia, where he lost by unanimous decision to Billal Bennama in the quarter-finals. [34] In the post-fight, Yafai said, "I wasn't too impressed [with my performance]. Whilst it only lasted 2 rounds, it was still an impressive win. Kal Yafai will face Yaqub Kareem for the vacant Commonwealth Super Flyweight title on Wednesday May 21 at the First Direct Arena in Leeds, live on Sky Sports – with younger brother Gamal Yafai making his professional debut on the bill. In March 2015, Yafai went the 8 round distance with 20 year old Cristofer Rosales in a non-title bout at the Sheffield Arena. [citation needed], At the Olympic Games, Khalid was beaten in the round of 16 by Cuban veteran Andry Laffita who went on to claim the silver medal. Gamal followed in the footsteps of his brother Khalid who won an ABA title in 2008. [10] Yafai defeated Ricky Leach via a 1st-round TKO in a scheduled four round fight. The Turpin Family claim to fame of course was Randy’s victory over the immortal Sugar Ray Robinson. Boxers Natasha Jonas, Kal Yafai and Hannah Rankin unite for No Means No campaign in wake of Sarah Everard tragedy Posted on 08/04/2021 THE world of boxing has united to support the 'No Means No' campaign following Sarah Everard's tragic death in March. [17], Yafai secured a fight with WBA super flyweight champion Luis Concepción (35-4, 24 KOs) after knocking out previous opponent Tellez. In September 2015, Yafai fought 20 year old Nicaraguan boxer Aron Juarez (6-2-1) at the First Direct Arena. “I’m in a really good place and I truly believe that me and my brother are on the path to huge success. Yafai weighed 114½ pounds. “I had injections the week before and it went in the second round. Many media outlets believed Gonzalez has done just enough to snatch the world title. He was given an hour to drop the extra weight or risk not having the title at stake. As an amateur he won a bronze medal at the 2010 European Championships. [46][47] On his first attempt, Yafai weighed slightly over the 8st 3lb limit. Ahead of a fight, most boxers will proclaim that their preparations are going great and that they are in excellent shape. Two months later, Yafai faced off against French boxer Sofian Bellahcene at Wembley Arena, outpointing him (60-54) on the referee scorecard. Gonzalez was cut due to a clash of heads in round 5, however was still throwing. Health was down twice, first from a head shot, and then a left hook to the body. [19] Yafai knocked Davis down six times winning the fight via stoppage in round 7. [11], On 5 March 2016, in his ninth professional fight, Yafai stopped Bobby Jenkinson (9-1-1, 2 KOs) in seven rounds at the Genting Arena in Birmingham to take the Commonwealth super-bantamweight title. The victory took Yafai to 9-0, gave him his first belt and showed the watching boxing world he has the talent to follow in the footsteps of Carl Frampton and Scott Quigg in the future. Muranaka was dropped in round 2, the same round that Yafai claimed to have hurt his hand in the post fight. The fight went the full 12 rounds as Yafai retained the title via unanimous decision (119-106, 118–105,120-104). [18] At the official weigh in, Yafai weighed in at 8st 2lbs and Concepción weighed 8st 5lbs, which was above the limit. Khalid "Kal" Yafai (Arabic: خالد يافعي‎; born 11 June 1989) is a British professional boxer who held the WBA super-flyweight title from 2016 to 2020. Yafai also hit the canvas in round 1, however it was ruled a slip. Eddie Hearn confirmed it would take place on the undercard of Anthony Joshua vs. Éric Molina on 10 December at the Manchester Arena. He stated that he wanted to fight British champion Thomas Patrick Ward in 2018. On 12 July, Yafai defeated 31 year old Spanish journeyman Reynaldo Cajina on points. Yafai said: "Im supporting the No Means No campaign because I also feel it needs the support of men. Referee John Latham scored it 40-36 to Yafai. Of the victory Yafai's coach at his club in Birmingham Frank O'Sullivan said "I was concerned about Gamal’s stamina but he handled it well...He boxed superbly to instructions and finished the first round 2-2. [33], On fight night, Yafai went the 12 round distance for the third consecutive time, winning a unanimous decision, successfully retaining his WBA title and increasing his chances of fighting in the United States in 2018. British junior bantamweight prospect Khalid "Kal" Yafai looks to close out a successful 2014 against two-time title challenger Everth Briceno on Saturday in Dublin. [5] Yafai has two brothers who are also boxers. brothers kal yafai & gamal yafai - ' you know how good we are (ifl tv) soon everyone else will' Gonzalez walked out of the ring after the scorecards were read. Kal Yafai will face Yaqub Kareem for the vacant Commonwealth Super Flyweight title on Wednesday May 21 at the First Direct Arena in Leeds – with younger brother Gamal … On 17 October 2015, Yafai was scheduled in his first ever 10 round bout as a professional at the Barclaycard Arena against Tanzanian boxer Nasibu Ramadhani. [4] He currently lives in the Moseley area of Birmingham. The referee scored it 80-71 for Yafai. 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Gamal Yafai is a professional boxer and Galal Yafai has represented Great Britain at the Olympic Games. This was Yafai's 13th straight win since turning professional in 2012. Gamal Yafai was born in Birmingham, UK, on 4 August 1991 to Yemeni parents. If everything goes well, I can talk to (promoter) Eddie (Hearn) and we can look to make the González fight. He currently lives in the Moseley area of Birmingham. The 25 year old now meets ‘Showtime’ on the undercard of his brother Kal’s World title defence, and Yafai plans to do a comprehensive … [17] Yafai put on a concrete display throughout the six round fight to win via unanimous decision against Georgian journeyman Khvicha Gigolashvili. [20][21], In December 2017, Yafai spoke to Sky Sports discussing 2017 as a frustrating year. [51] Yafai managed to outbox Jimenez for most of the fight. With a win, Yafai looked to become the first boxer from Birmingham to win a world title in over 100 years. Moseley-based Yafai, 24, will face former champion Yaqub Kareem, from Nigeria, on Wednesday, 21 May at the First Direct Arena in Leeds. With both bouts streaming live on ESPN's new subscription app, the plan going forward was for both Yafai and Ancajas to come out of their respective bouts victorious and meet later in the year for a unification fight. As an amateur, he represented Great Britain at the 2008 Summer Olympics and won a silver medal at the 2010 European Championships as a flyweight. [52], In his next fight, on 29 February, 2020, Yafai faced former pound-for-pound great Roman 'Chocolatito' Gonzalez, who was ranked #2 by the WBA. Yafai sustained the injury inside the opening three rounds and was put on the back foot, but regained his composure in the fifth and was on top by the sixth as he started landing hooks on Ramadhani, who struggled to connect. The fight went the 12 round distance, with scores reading 118–108, 119-107 and 119–107, all in favour of Yafai. “I can’t wait for this,” said Yafai. [27] On 12 July, Hearn confirmed that terms had been agreed for the fight. Yafai next planned to fight again in January 2018. Kal Yafai is currently our most successful world champion but you wouldn’t know it. [3], Yafai is the son of Yemeni parents. He has held the European super-bantamweight title since 2020 and previously held the Commonwealth super-bantamweight title in 2016. Ishida did not letting his hands go until the final two rounds. Gonzalez eventually slowed down his output in the final two rounds as Yafai's body shots started taking its toll. On 20 October, Yafai knocked down Scott Gladwin (5-1) three times in round 1 and once in round 2 as the referee waved the fight off, giving Yafai the victory via TKO. [9] As Britain's youngest team member at the 2007 Seniors World Championship, the 18-year-old beat his Armenian opponent Derenik Gizhlaryan, but later lost to Violito Payla of the Philippines. Referee Steve Gray warned Yafai early in the fight for low blows, before docking a point in round 8. Yafai's fourth title defense was set to take place on the event against Mexican boxer, former world title challenger Israel González (23-2, 10 KOs). His younger brother Galal Yafai fought in the opening bout of Rio 2016, while Gamal had been hoping to make the second defence of the Commonwealth … Two months later, he knocked out 35 year old veteran Isaac Quaye (27-10-1, 18 KOs) in just one round following a left hook. In defeat, Yafai did well to land the occasional shots but ultimately could not keep up his work rate to match McDonnell. [15] The fight lasted less than two minutes as Yafai floored Flores twice in the first round to secure a world title shot and the vacant title.[16]. He was also scheduled to fight at the Arena Birmingham on 8 September 2018. Yafai regained his composure and returned to his quick jabs in round 2. After a 7-month lay off, on the undercard of Brook vs. Senchenko at the Sheffield Arena in October 2013, Yafai defeateds Spanish boxer Santiago Bustos via points (59-55) after 6 rounds. In the ninth round, Gonzalez caught Yafai with a big right hand and dropped him on the canvas again. Boxing: Clinical Kal Yafai is on cruise control as moves to unify division gather pace. [28] On 6 September it was confirmed that the fight would take place on the undercard of Anthony Joshua defending his world titles against Kubrat Pulev on 28 October 2017 at the Millennium Stadium on Sky Sports Box Office. [50], On 29 June, 2019, Yafai faced Norbelto Jimenez, then ranked #1 by the WBA at super flyweight, in his fifth consecutive title defence. The first knockdown came in round 3, two more knockdowns following in round 5 and a further three knockdowns in round 7 before the fight was halted. A 22 year old Yafai turned professional in May 2014 at the First Direct Arena in Leeds on a Sky Sports card promoted by Matchroom Sport. This would mark the first time Yafai would fight at York Hall as a professional. [citation needed], Yafai lost to Andrew Selby 26:12 on 11 November 2011 to deny him qualification for the 2012 Olympic Games after the pair both reached the last eight of the 2011 GB Amateur Boxing Championships in Baku. In June 2010 Gamal won the bronze medal at the 2010 European Championships in Moscow. The three judges scored the fight 116-112, 116-112 and 117-113 in favour of McDonnell. Carmona started connecting to the body. Moloney (21-0, 14KOs)—whose twin brother Jason is a top-rated bantamweight contender—became the number-one contender to Yafai’s title following an … Video: Kal Yafai on hunting world title shot, Conlan v Nelson and brother Galal’s chances at Rio Olympics. From round 9, although Gonzalez was still throwing, it was Yafai who was timing his shots, landing accurately on the body and what looked like the harder shots. In December 2012, Yafai fought Spanish boxer Jorge Perez (11-5, 6 KOs) at the Olympia in Kensington, London. Britain's Kal Yafai retained his WBA super-flyweight title with a points win over a game Suguru Muranaka. Paul Economides instead fought Davis for the vacant WBC International title and Gamal's brother Kal was also added to the card which was a warm-up fight. 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He is the brother of Galal and Kal Yafai. The highlights of the fight came in round 5 when Yafai connected with a double left hook, staggering Cunningham and then knocked him down in round 6. [26] McDonnell showed he had too much experience for Yafai in beating him via a 12 round unanimous decision, also winning the WBC International title. Yafai started off sharp and cut Wale over the right eye in the round 1, although a replay showed that it was due to a clash of heads. Both parties had 30 days to come to an agreement. He has held the European super-bantamweight title since 2020 and previously held the Commonwealth super-bantamweight title in 2016. He then pulled out of the final due to injury. It didn't matter much in the end, as Yafai was convincingly leading on all three scorecards, 119-107, 118-108 and 117-109, winning the bout via unanimous decision. In May 2019, Yafai was selected to compete at the 2019 European Games in Minsk, Belarus. In January 2013, Yafai defeated Mexican boxer Gonzalo Garcia, after Garcia did not come out of his corner for round 5. At the 2007 European Junior Championships, he lost in the 51K final to Russian Misha Aloyan. [14], Yafai was due to defend his Commonwealth title on 22 October 2016 against Sean Davis at the Barclaycard Arena on the undercard of Gavin-Eggington, however on 17 October Yafai had to pull out after injuring his ankle in a training session. He then qualified for the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing in the 1st Olympic qualifying event in Pescara, Italy,[7] where he stopped teammate Mo Nasir of Wales and then went on to beat the 2004 Olympian Igor Samolencko of Moldova to qualify. [27][28], Yafai's next fight date was announced in July 2018, to be part of the JD: NXTGEN card on 4 August at the Ice Arena in Cardiff, Wales. En route to the semi-finals Yafai beat Israels Peter Moyshenzon 11-1 in the 1st round, Italy's Vittorio Parrinello 5-3 in the second and Irelands John Joe Nevin, a World bronze medalist, in the quarter finals. One knockdown, which again appeared to be borderline, was counted. His opponent was 34 year old Nicaragua Herald Molina (17-8-3, 7 KOs) for the vacant IBF Inter-Continental super flyweight title. Fighting for Birmingham City ABC,[7] he became one of the youngest British (ABA) champions in December 2006 while still 17,[7] at the World Junior Championships 2006 in Agadir, Morocco. [49] Yafai stated it was not his best performance and believed the scorecards were wide, but believed he did enough to retain his belt. Despite a height disadvantage, Yafai outclassed Cunningham from the opening bell winning a clear unanimous decision (119-108, 120–107, 120-107). He lost in the quarter final to the eventual Cuban winner Alexei Collado. 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