Moruti Mthalane
Moruti Mthalane (born 6 October 1982) is a South African professional boxer. He is a two-time IBF flyweight champion, having held the title since 2018 and previously from 2009 to 2014. He is also a former IBO flyweight champion, having held the title from 2014 to 2017.
| Moruti Mthalane | |
|---|---|
| Statistics | |
| Nickname(s) | Babyface |
| Weight(s) | Flyweight |
| Height | 5 ft 5 1⁄2 in (166 cm) |
| Reach | 66 1⁄2 in (169 cm) |
| Nationality | South African |
| Born | 6 October 1982 Gauteng, South Africa |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Boxing record | |
| Total fights | 41 |
| Wins | 39 |
| Wins by KO | 26 |
| Losses | 2 |
Professional career
His professional record includes 41 fights: 39 wins (26 knockouts), and 2 losses. He lives in Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa. In November 2009 he beat Mexican boxer Julio César Miranda to win the vacant IBF Flyweight title.[1]
Professional boxing record
| 41 fights | 39 wins | 2 losses |
| By knockout | 26 | 2 |
| By decision | 13 | 0 |
| No. | Result | Record | Opponent | Type | Round, time | Date | Location | Notes |
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| 41 | Win | 39–2 |  Akira Yaegashi |
TKO | 9 (12), 2:54 | 23 Dec 2019 | Yokohama Arena, Yokohama, Japan |
Retained IBF flyweight title |
| 40 | Win | 38–2 | Masayuki Kuroda |
UD | 12 | 13 May 2019 | Korakuen Hall, Tokyo, Japan |
Retained IBF flyweight title |
| 39 | Win | 37–2 | Masahiro Sakamoto |
TKO | 10 (12) | 31 Dec 2018 |  Wynn Palace, Macau, SAR |
Retained IBF flyweight title |
| 38 | Win | 36–2 |  Muhammad Waseem |
UD | 12 | 15 Jul 2018 |  Axiata Arena, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia |
Won vacant IBF flyweight title |
| 37 | Win | 35–2 |  Ardin Diale |
TKO | 2 (12) | 27 Oct 2017 |  Convention Centre, Mmabatho, South Africa |
Won vacant IBF International flyweight title |
| 36 | Win | 34–2 |  Isaac Quaye |
TKO | 2 (10) | 24 Sep 2017 | Ramosa Community Hall, Mohlakeng, South Africa |
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| 35 | Win | 33–2 | Genisis Libranza |
KO | 4 (12) | 28 Apr 2017 | Wembley Indoor Arena, Johannesburg, South Africa |
Retained IBO flyweight title |
| 34 | Win | 32–2 | Renz Rosia |
TKO | 9 (12) | 15 Dec 2015 | Olive Convention Centre, Durban, South Africa |
Retained IBO flyweight title |
| 33 | Win | 31–2 |  Odilon Zaleta |
UD | 12 | 26 Oct 2014 | International Convention Centre, Durban, South Africa |
Retained IBO flyweight title |
| 32 | Win | 30–2 | Jether Oliva |
SD | 12 | 15 Mar 2014 | International Convention Centre, Durban, South Africa |
Won vacant IBO flyweight title |
| 31 | Win | 29–2 |  Ricardo Núñez |
TKO | 8 (12), 2:41 | 1 Sep 2012 | Roberto Durán Arena, Panama City, Panama |
Retained IBF flyweight title |
| 30 | Win | 28–2 |  Andrea Sarritzu |
TKO | 7 (12) | 28 Oct 2011 | PalaRockfeller, Cagliari, Italy |
Retained IBF flyweight title |
| 29 | Win | 27–2 | Johnriel Casimero |
TKO | 5 (12), 1:50 | 26 Mar 2011 | Nasrec Indoor Arena, Johannesburg, South Africa |
Retained IBF flyweight title |
| 28 | Win | 26–2 | Zolani Tete |
TKO | 5 (12), 2:27 | 1 Sep 2010 | Carnival City, Brakpan, South Africa |
Retained IBF flyweight title |
| 27 | Win | 25–2 | Julio César Miranda |
UD | 12 | 20 Nov 2009 | Wembley Indoor Arena, Johannesburg, South Africa |
Won vacant IBF flyweight title |
| 26 | Win | 24–2 | Lehlohonolo Ramagole |
KO | 3 (12), 2:26 | 18 Apr 2009 | North-West University Sports Complex, Mafikeng, South Africa |
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| 25 | Loss | 23–2 | Nonito Donaire |
TKO | 6 (12), 1:31 | 1 Nov 2008 |  Mandalay Bay Events Center, Paradise, Nevada, US |
For IBF and IBO flyweight titles |
| 24 | Win | 23–1 | .svg.png.webp){kind=small} Hussein Hussein |
UD | 12 | 5 Jul 2008 | Jan Smuts Stadium, East London, South Africa |
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| 23 | Win | 22–1 | Joel Kunene |
TKO | 5 (12) | 12 Apr 2008 | North-West University Sports Complex, Mahikeng, South Africa |
Retained South African flyweight title |
| 22 | Win | 21–1 | Apol Suico |
TKO | 1 (12), 2:22 | 29 Sep 2007 | Park Station Concourse, Johannesburg, South Africa |
Won vacant WBC International flyweight title |
| 21 | Win | 20–1 | Xola Sifama |
TKO | 5 (12), 2:38 | 16 Jun 2007 | Jabulani Mall, Soweto, South Africa |
Retained South African flyweight title |
| 20 | Win | 19–1 | Zamumzi Xola |
TKO | 3 (12), 2:23 | 1 Dec 2006 | Orlando Communal Hall, Soweto, South Africa |
Retained South African flyweight title |
| 19 | Win | 18–1 | Akhona Aliva |
KO | 6 (12), 1:37 | 11 Aug 2006 | Orient Theatre, East London, South Africa |
Won South African flyweight title |
| 18 | Win | 17–1 | Mbulelo Nyanda |
TKO | 4 (8) | 3 Sep 2005 | Park Station Concourse, Johannesburg, South Africa |
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| 17 | Win | 16–1 | Thembelani Maphuma |
KO | 6 (8) | 28 May 2005 | Park Station Concourse, Johannesburg, South Africa |
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| 16 | Win | 15–1 | Siphiwe Khumalo |
PTS | 6 | 12 Mar 2005 | Park Station Concourse, Johannesburg, South Africa |
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| 15 | Loss | 14–1 | Nkqubela Gwazela |
TKO | 10 (12), 2:35 | 24 Sep 2004 | Graceland Hotel Casino, Secunda, South Africa |
For South African and vacant WBC International flyweight titles |
| 14 | Win | 14–0 | Vincent Mogotsi |
TKO | 7 (8), 1:10 | 26 Jun 2004 | Park Station Concourse, Johannesburg, South Africa |
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| 13 | Win | 13–0 | Joel Kunene |
PTS | 6 | 8 May 2004 | Carousel Casino, Hammanskraal, South Africa |
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| 12 | Win | 12–0 | Thabo Tshehla |
TKO | 3 (4) | 24 Feb 2004 | Carousel Casino, Hammanskraal, South Africa |
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| 11 | Win | 11–0 | Piet Nkate |
TKO | 3 (6) | 28 Nov 2003 | Carousel Casino, Hammanskraal, South Africa |
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| 10 | Win | 10–0 | Siphiwe Khumalo |
TKO | 5 (6) | 30 Sep 2003 | Carousel Casino, Hammanskraal, South Africa |
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| 9 | Win | 9–0 | Mpumezi Mazantsi |
KO | 1 (4) | 15 Aug 2003 | Inst. of Technology Hall, Durban, South Africa |
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| 8 | Win | 8–0 | Nelson Sebobiso |
PTS | 6 | 25 Jun 2003 | Park Station Concourse, Johannesburg, South Africa |
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| 7 | Win | 7–0 | Joel Kunene |
PTS | 8 | 7 Dec 2002 | The Arena, Durban, South Africa |
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| 6 | Win | 6–0 | Nyiko Zitha |
TKO | 3 (4) | 13 Jul 2002 | Town Hall, Giyani, South Africa |
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| 5 | Win | 5–0 | Sibonelo Gumede |
PTS | 4 | 14 Dec 2001 | DLI Hall, Durban, South Africa |
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| 4 | Win | 4–0 | Wiseman Mnguni |
TKO | 3 (4) | 8 Jul 2001 | The Arena, Durban, South Africa |
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| 3 | Win | 3–0 | Sibongakonke Mchunu |
PTS | 4 | 27 Apr 2001 | The Arena, Durban, South Africa |
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| 2 | Win | 2–0 | Ishmael Mtshali |
PTS | 4 | 21 Jan 2001 | The Arena, Durban, South Africa |
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| 1 | Win | 1–0 | Wiseman Mnguni |
KO | 3 (4) | 10 Dec 2000 | The Arena, Durban, South Africa |
See also
References
- "Moruti Mthalane Decisions Miranda To Capture IBF Title". Boxingscene. Retrieved 15 May 2018.
External links
| Sporting positions | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regional boxing titles | ||||
| Vacant Title last held by Armando Santos |
IBF International flyweight champion 27 October 2017 – 15 July 2018 Won world title |
Vacant Title next held by Sunny Edwards | ||
| Minor world boxing titles | ||||
| Vacant Title last held by César Seda |
IBO flyweight champion 15 March 2014 – 2017 Vacated |
Vacant Title last held by Maximino Flores | ||
| Major world boxing titles | ||||
| Vacant Title last held by Nonito Donaire |
IBF flyweight champion 20 November 2009 – 13 January 2014 Vacated |
Vacant Title next held by Amnat Ruenroeng | ||
| Vacant Title last held by Donnie Nietes |
IBF flyweight champion 15 July 2018 – present |
Incumbent | ||
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