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Italian boxer
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Male
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Birth:
29 January 1970(Modugno)
The details
Biography
Introduction
Michele Piccirillo (born January 29, 1970 in Modugno, Italy) is a professional boxer in the welterweight (147lb) division.
Professional career
Known as "Gentleman", Piccirillo turned pro in 1992 and captured the Vacant IBF Welterweight Title with a decision win over Cory Spinks in 2002. He lost the belt the following year in a rematch to Spinks. In 2005 he challenged Ricardo Mayorga for the vacant WBC light middleweight title, but lost a decision. Despite the defeat, Piccirillo continues to fight, mainly in his home country of Italy.
Piccirillo again fought for the WBC light middleweight belt on December 1, 2007, losing to Vernon Forrest by way of an 11th-round TKO.
| Sporting positions | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by Vernon Forrest Stripped | WBC Welterweight Champion 2002-04-13 – 2003-03-22 | Succeeded by Cory Spinks |