F. Mir makes his boxing debut on April 17th. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
The former heavyweight champion (up to 120,2kg) of Ultimate, Frank mir, announced that he will compete in boxing for the first time. The veteran faces American boxer Antonio Tarver. The fight takes place on April 17th, at the event 'Thriller Fight Club', which features a duel between fighter Ben Askren and YouTuber Jake Paul.
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“I am a competitor. I've been like this my whole life. I accept challenges to grow and improve as a person. I always wanted to test myself in the boxing ring, so when this opportunity arose, I jumped at it. Until April 17th, Antonio Tarver”, wrote Mir in his 'Twitter'.
At 41, Frank mir had signed a contract with 'bare boxing', but has not yet played for Bare Knuckle F.C.. His last fight took place in October 2019, when he defeated Roy Nelson at Bellator. In his record, there are 19 triumphs and 13 setbacks.
Antonio Tarver, 52, hasn't fought in almost six years, since he drew against Steve Cunningham. The boxer has 31 wins, six losses, one unsuccessful fight and one draw. He also achieved titles from the WBC (World Boxing Council), IBF (International Boxing Federation), IBO (International Boxing Organization and WBA (World Boxing Association).
I am a competitor. I have been all my life.
I take on challenges to grow and better myself as a person.
I have always wanted to test myself in the boxing ring so when this opportunity arose I jumped on it.
See you April 17th @AntonioTarver #MirTarver— Frank mir (@thefrankmir) February 25, 2021
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