Billy Joe Saunders Boxing Record

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Billy Joe Saunders Record

Opponent: Saúl Álvarez
Date: 08 May 2021
Result: Loss
Nature of the Result: RTD 8
Fight Summary: In a massive super middleweight unification clash before over 73,000 fans at AT&T Stadium, Saunders looked to pull off a boxing masterclass against pound-for-pound king “Canelo” Álvarez. Saunders boxed highly competitively in the middle rounds, frustrating Canelo with quick footwork and a sharp southpaw jab. However, in the eighth round, Canelo connected with a brutal, crushing right uppercut that fractured Saunders’ orbital bone. With his right eye instantly swollen shut and unable to see, Saunders’ corner withdrew him from the contest before the start of the ninth round, ending his undefeated record and his world championship reign.

Opponent: Martin Murray
Date: 04 December 2020
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: UD 12
Fight Summary: Saunders defended his WBO super middleweight title against durable British veteran Martin Murray. Showcasing his trademark high-level ring craft and fluid lateral movement, Saunders completely dominated the pace. Murray pressed forward with immense heart but could not break through Saunders’ elusive defense, as Saunders accurately peppered him with crisp combinations to sweep the judges’ scorecards for a comfortable unanimous decision.

Opponent: Marcelo Esteban Cóceres
Date: 09 November 2019
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: KO 11
Fight Summary: Making his professional debut on American soil in Los Angeles, Saunders faced a stern test from Argentina’s Marcelo Esteban Cóceres. Suffering from jet lag and a sluggish start, Saunders found himself in a unexpectedly close and messy tactical battle through the middle rounds. Behind on some scorecards, Saunders dramatically turned up the intensity in the eleventh round, dropping Cóceres three times before finishing him with a devastating final combination.

Opponent: Shefat Isufi
Date: 18 May 2019
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: UD 12
Fight Summary: Moving up in weight to challenge for the vacant WBO super middleweight crown, Saunders outclassed mandatory challenger Shefat Isufi in Stevenage. Aside from weathering one heavy right hand in the ninth round, Saunders put on a supreme boxing exhibition, neutralizing Isufi with flawless footwork and rapid-fire combinations to cruise to a widespread unanimous decision victory and become a two-weight world champion.

Opponent: Charles Adamu
Date: 22 December 2018
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: RTD 4
Fight Summary: Returning to the ring after a lengthy layoff and dropping his middleweight title, Saunders took a stay-busy fight at super middleweight against experienced veteran Charles Adamu. Saunders looked incredibly sharp from the opening bell, picking Adamu apart with precision accuracy. Following four highly one-sided rounds of punishment, Adamu’s corner threw in the towel before the start of the fifth round.

Opponent: David Lemieux
Date: 16 December 2017
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: UD 12
Fight Summary: Traveling directly into hostile territory in Laval, Canada, Saunders put on arguably the finest performance of his career to retain his WBO middleweight title against the dangerous puncher David Lemieux. Saunders put on an absolute clinic in elusiveness, ducking Lemieux’s wild power shots while countering with breathtaking precision. Saunders systematically dismantled the challenger over 12 one-sided rounds to claim a masterclass unanimous decision.

Opponent: Willie Monroe Jr.
Date: 16 September 2017
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: UD 12
Fight Summary: Saunders defended his WBO middleweight crown in London against mandatory challenger Willie Monroe Jr. The fight turned out to be a tactical, cagey, and somewhat low-action affair between two slick southpaws. Saunders remained the much more active fighter, establishing dominance early behind his crisp jab and controlling the tempo to claim a wide points victory on the scorecards.

Opponent: Artur Akavov
Date: 03 December 2016
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: UD 12
Fight Summary: In his first defense of the WBO world title, Saunders faced a highly stubborn and physical challenge in Russia’s Artur Akavov. Looking noticeably rusty after nearly a year out of action, Saunders struggled to find his timing in the early rounds. He rallied back strongly in the second half of the fight, relying on his championship pedigree and superior work rate to edge out a close but unanimous decision victory.

Opponent: Andy Lee
Date: 19 December 2015
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: MD 12
Fight Summary: In a historic all-traveler world title showdown, Saunders challenged WBO middleweight champion Andy Lee in Manchester. Saunders fought brilliantly out of the gate, scoring two massive knockdowns in the third round with beautifully placed right hooks. Though the resilient Lee fought his way back into the contest dynamically, Saunders managed the late rounds smartly to seal a majority decision victory and capture his first world championship title.

Opponent: Yoann Bloyer
Date: 24 July 2015
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: TKO 4
Fight Summary: In a standard tune-up bout designed to keep him active ahead of his mandated world title shot, Saunders made incredibly quick work of France’s Yoann Bloyer. Saunders entirely dominated the pace from the opening bell, systematically picking Bloyer apart before stepping up the power to floor him twice in the fourth round, prompting an immediate referee stoppage.

Opponent: Chris Eubank Jr.
Date: 29 November 2014
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: SD 12
Fight Summary: In an intensely bitter domestic grudge match, Saunders defended his British, Commonwealth, and European middleweight titles against fierce rival Chris Eubank Jr. Saunders completely bamboozled Eubank Jr. through the first six rounds with elite lateral movement and a dazzling jab. Eubank Jr. rallied furiously late as Saunders began to tire, but Saunders had built a massive lead, holding on to secure a dramatic split decision victory.

Opponent: Emanuele Blandamura
Date: 26 July 2014
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: KO 8
Fight Summary: Saunders battled Italy’s undefeated Emanuele Blandamura for the vacant European middleweight championship in Manchester. Blandamura proved highly technical and stubborn, matching Saunders’ jab for the opening few rounds. Saunders adjusted nicely, timing his opponent before landing a shattering right hook in the eighth round that put Blandamura down cold.

Opponent: John Ryder
Date: 21 September 2013
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: UD 12
Fight Summary: In a highly anticipated, all-London battle of undefeated prospects, Saunders defended his British and Commonwealth titles against a tough John Ryder. It turned out to be the absolute hardest fight of Saunders’ early career, with both trading heavy fire in the pocket. Saunders’ superior accuracy and flashier combinations caught the eyes of the judges, allowing him to squeeze out a razor-thin unanimous decision.

Opponent: Gary O’Sullivan
Date: 20 July 2013
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: UD 10
Fight Summary: Saunders put on an absolute boxing clinic against Ireland’s loud-talking, undefeated Gary O’Sullivan. Rather than letting himself get drawn into a dangerous brawl, Saunders utilized pristine footwork and snappy counters to completely neutralize O’Sullivan’s heavy power. Saunders easily swept through every round, securing an effortless unanimous decision.

Opponent: Matthew Hall
Date: 21 March 2013
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: UD 12
Fight Summary: Saunders made his first defense of the British middleweight title against the incredibly rugged and aggressive Matthew Hall. Hall consistently attempted to rough Saunders up on the inside, but Saunders’ superior amateur pedigree shone through. He consistently beat Hall to the punch, dealing heavy damage while coasting to a shutout unanimous decision victory.

Opponent: Nick Blackwell
Date: 15 December 2012
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: UD 12
Fight Summary: In his first major step up in domestic class, Saunders fought the incredibly tough Nick Blackwell for the vacant British middleweight title. Blackwell pushed the pace, but Saunders showed elite conditioning and slick defense to stay one step ahead. Saunders dominated with quick flurries, winning a comfortable unanimous decision to become the new British champion.

Opponent: Jarrod Fletcher
Date: 14 September 2012
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: TKO 2
Fight Summary: Defending his Commonwealth title on the road in London, Saunders faced undefeated Australian contender Jarrod Fletcher. Saunders put on an explosive display, dropping Fletcher heavily in the opening round with a booming left hand. He followed up ruthlessly in the second round, forcing the referee to intervene and save the challenger.

Opponent: Bradley Pryce
Date: 02 June 2012
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: PTS 12
Fight Summary: Saunders faced the highly durable former Commonwealth champion Bradley Pryce in a non-title 12-round clash. Pryce brought a gritty, defensive mindset that forced Saunders to box patiently. Saunders used his speed advantage to consistently pick Pryce apart over the distance, cruising to a comprehensive points victory on the lone referee’s scorecard.

Opponent: Tony Hill
Date: 28 April 2012
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: TKO 1
Fight Summary: In his first major title opportunity, Saunders faced Tony Hill for the vacant Commonwealth middleweight crown. Saunders made breathtakingly short work of the occasion, hurting Hill immediately with his first real combinations. A devastating flurry dropped Hill, forcing the referee to halt the contest in just 30 seconds.

Opponent: Tommy Tolan
Date: 14 December 2011
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: TKO 1
Fight Summary: Saunders continued his blistering run of form against Ireland’s Tommy Tolan in London. Wasting absolutely zero time establishing his physical presence, Saunders caught Tolan with a sharp, heavy combinations inside the first minute, dropping him quickly and causing the referee to immediately wave off the mismatch.

Opponent: Norbert Szekeres
Date: 05 November 2011
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: TKO 1
Fight Summary: Facing Hungary’s Norbert Szekeres on a big Wembley card, Saunders put on a devastating display of raw power. Charging out of his corner aggressively, Saunders connected with a booming straight left hand that sent Szekeres down heavily, ending the contest in the very first round.

Opponent: Gary Boulden
Date: 30 April 2011
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: PTS 12
Fight Summary: In his tenth professional contest, Saunders competed in his first 12-round match against Gary Boulden for the Southern Area middleweight title. Saunders showcased great stamina, easily outboxing Boulden across every single round to collect a shutout points victory on the referee’s scorecard.

Opponent: Tadas Jonkus
Date: 11 December 2010
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: TKO 2
Fight Summary: Saunders put on an explosive show against Lithuania’s rugged Tadas Jonkus in Liverpool. Saunders comfortably dominated the opening round with his speed, before upping the power inside the second round to unleash a barrage that forced the referee to save Jonkus.

Opponent: Marek Zoltan
Date: 15 May 2010
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: TKO 2
Fight Summary: Fighting in London, Saunders made remarkably light work of Hungary’s Marek Zoltan. Saunders quickly established control with a stiff southpaw jab, before battering Zoltan with heavy left hands in the second round to force a swift technical knockout stoppage.

Opponent: Lee Noble
Date: 05 Dec 2009
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: PTS 6
Fight Summary: Saunders closed out his busy debut year against a durable domestic spoiler in Lee Noble. Noble brought an ultra-defensive shell that forced the young prospect to think through his attacks, but Saunders comfortably won every single round to secure a clear points decision.

Opponent: Alex Spitko
Date: 09 October 2009
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: PTS 4
Fight Summary: Returning to the historic York Hall, Saunders faced a highly durable opponent in Alex Spitko. Saunders put on an impressive display of rapid combinations and quick footwork, comfortably out-landing Spitko over the four rounds to claim a shutout points victory.

Opponent: Matt Scriven
Date: 18 July 2009
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: TKO 2
Fight Summary: Saunders traveled to Manchester to take on the highly experienced veteran Matt Scriven. Showing maturity beyond his young career, Saunders systematically broke down Scriven’s high guard before finishing him clinically with a heavy barrage in the second round.

Opponent: Chris Brophy
Date: 22 May 2009
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: TKO 2
Fight Summary: Fighting in Cardiff, Wales, Saunders put on a devastating display of speed against Chris Brophy. Saunders easily won the opening round before turning up the heat in the second, trapping Brophy against the ropes to force an emphatic technical knockout.

Opponent: Andy Butlin
Date: 15 May 2009
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: TKO 2
Fight Summary: In his third professional fight inside three months, Saunders took on Andy Butlin in Belfast. Saunders completely dominated the action from the opening bell, out-speeding Butlin before unleashing a flurry that forced the referee to step in during the second round.

Opponent: Paul Samuels
Date: 04 April 2009
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: TKO 1
Fight Summary: Making his second appearance at the famous York Hall, Saunders wasted absolutely no time against Paul Samuels. Saunders came out firing, landing a devastating left hook that dropped Samuels immediately, forcing the referee to halt the bout in the first round.

Opponent: Attila Molnar
Date: 28 February 2009
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: TKO 2
Fight Summary: Making his highly anticipated professional debut after competing in the 2008 Beijing Olympics, the young southpaw prospect faced Attila Molnar. Saunders immediately showcased his lightning-fast hands and elite amateur pedigree, dropping Molnar in the second round to secure a spectacular debut stoppage victory.

Billy Joe Saunders Boxing Record