David Haye Boxing Record

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David Haye Boxing Record

David Haye Boxing Record

Opponent: Tony Bellew
Date: 5 May 2018
Result: Loss
Nature of the Result: TKO 5
Fight Summary: In a highly anticipated heavyweight rematch filled with immense tension, Haye sought redemption against his bitter rival Tony Bellew. However, Haye’s body completely betrayed him, looking a shadow of his former athletic self. Bellew dropped an aging Haye twice in the third round and finished the job with a brutal barrage in the fifth, forcing the referee to step in and effectively ending Haye’s legendary career.

Opponent: Tony Bellew
Date: 4 March 2017
Result: Loss
Nature of the Result: TKO 11
Fight Summary: This highly publicized domestic grudge match was preceded by months of toxic trash talk and a physical altercation at the press conference. In the ring, the fight took a dramatic and tragic turn in the sixth round when Haye severely ruptured his Achilles tendon. Showing incredible courage, Haye fought on virtually one leg for five more rounds before being knocked through the ropes in the eleventh, prompting his corner to throw in the towel.

Opponent: Arnold Gjergjaj
Date: 21 May 2016
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: TKO 2
Fight Summary: Continuing his heavyweight comeback trail, Haye faced the undefeated but untested Arnold Gjergjaj in London. The bout was an absolute mismatch from the opening bell. Haye dropped Gjergjaj just seconds into the first round with a heavy right hand and repeated the knockdown in the second, forcing an effortless, early stoppage.

Opponent: Mark de Mori
Date: 16 January 2016
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: TKO 1
Fight Summary: After a lengthy three and a half year retirement plagued by severe shoulder injuries, Haye made his highly anticipated return to boxing against Mark de Mori. Looking physically imposing and explosive, Haye needed less than 130 seconds to close the show, flattening de Mori with a devastating right hand that knocked him unconscious.

Opponent: Derek Chisora
Date: 14 July 2012
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: TKO 5
Fight Summary: This explosive encounter was born out of a infamous, chaotic brawl between the two fighters at a post-fight press conference in Munich. Bypassing traditional boxing federations to stage the fight under a Luxembourg license, the two met in a rain-soaked stadium in London. Haye’s superior speed and explosive power proved devastating, as he dropped Chisora twice in the fifth round to secure a spectacular, definitive stoppage victory.

Opponent: Wladimir Klitschko
Date: 2 July 2011
Result: Loss
Nature of the Result: UD 12
Fight Summary: In one of the biggest heavyweight unification fights of the era, Haye faced dominant champion Wladimir Klitschko in a rainy soccer stadium in Germany. The build-up was filled with intense trash talk from Haye, but the actual fight failed to live up to the explosive hype. Klitschko used his massive jab and ring generalship to completely neutralize Haye’s explosive bursts, cruising to a wide unanimous decision, after which Haye famously blamed a broken pinky toe for his lackluster performance.

Opponent: Audley Harrison
Date: 13 November 2010
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: TKO 3
Fight Summary: Haye made a highly publicized defense of his WBA heavyweight title against fellow Briton and former Olympic gold medalist Audley Harrison. The fight was heavily criticized for a bizarrely inactive opening two rounds where almost no punches were thrown. In the third round, Haye suddenly exploded, trapping a completely passive Harrison against the ropes with a furious barrage of power shots to force a swift technical knockout.

Opponent: John Ruiz
Date: 3 April 2010
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: TKO 9
Fight Summary: Making his first defense of his heavyweight world title, Haye took on the notoriously rugged and durable veteran John Ruiz. Haye started spectacularly, dropping Ruiz in the very first round with an explosive right hand. Ruiz showed trademark toughness to survive and make it a physical, gritty affair, but Haye systematically dismantled him, flooring him multiple times until Ruiz’s corner threw in the towel in the ninth round.

Opponent: Nikolai Valuev
Date: 7 November 2009
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: MD 12
Fight Summary: In a classic David vs. Goliath matchup, Haye traveled to Germany to challenge the tallest and heaviest world champion in boxing history, the 7-foot-tall Nikolai Valuev. Haye executed a flawless, highly disciplined game plan, utilizing continuous lateral movement and lightning-fast pot shots. In a dramatic twelfth round, Haye heavily rocked the giant with a powerful left hook, securing a historic majority decision victory to capture the WBA heavyweight title.

Opponent: Monte Barrett
Date: 15 November 2008
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: TKO 5
Fight Summary: Haye made his official debut as a full-fledged heavyweight, taking on the experienced American contender Monte Barrett in London. Haye carried his explosive power seamlessly up in weight, dropping Barrett a total of five times throughout the frantic contest. Despite absorbing a few heavy shots himself, Haye’s raw athleticism and speed proved far too much, finishing Barrett in the fifth round.

Opponent: Enzo Maccarinelli
Date: 8 March 2008
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: TKO 2
Fight Summary: In a massive, highly anticipated all-British cruiserweight title unification blockbuster, Haye squared off against WBO champion Enzo Maccarinelli. Billed as an explosive pick’em fight, Haye completely shattered expectations with a devastating showcase of power. In the second round, Haye caught Maccarinelli with a thunderous right hand that left him completely defenseless against the ropes, forcing an immediate stoppage and cementing Haye as the undisputed cruiserweight king.

Opponent: Jean-Marc Mormeck
Date: 10 November 2007
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: TKO 7
Fight Summary: Haye traveled directly into enemy territory to challenge unified WBC, WBA, and Ring Magazine cruiserweight champion Jean-Marc Mormeck in Paris. The fight began with major adversity for the British challenger, as Mormeck dropped Haye heavily in the fourth round. Showing tremendous championship heart, Haye recovered beautifully and turned the tide in the seventh round, unleashing a spectacular, brutal right uppercut that knocked Mormeck out to capture the world titles.

Opponent: Tomasz Bonin
Date: 27 April 2007
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: TKO 1
Fight Summary: Haye took a brief excursion up to the heavyweight division to test the waters against the durable Polish contender Tomasz Bonin. Haye wasted absolutely no time demonstrating that his explosive power could translate to the glamour division. He dropped Bonin three times in a chaotic opening round, forcing a swift and destructive first-round technical knockout victory.

Opponent: Giacobbe Fragomeni
Date: 17 November 2006
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: TKO 9
Fight Summary: Haye defended his European cruiserweight title in a highly grueling, physical battle against the incredibly tough and undefeated Italian Giacobbe Fragomeni. Fragomeni pressed forward relentlessly, causing a severe cut above Haye’s eye that threatened to stop the fight. Forcing himself to dig deep, Haye unleashed a brutal combination in the ninth round that left Fragomeni heavily bleeding and unable to continue, securing a vital learning victory.

Opponent: Ismail Abdoul
Date: 21 July 2006
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: UD 12
Fight Summary: Haye defended his European cruiserweight belt against the notoriously durable Belgian survivor Ismail Abdoul. Abdoul brought a purely defensive, survival-first mindset to the ring, refusing to engage or open up. Haye won every single round comfortably with his sharp jab and heavy power shots but was forced to go the twelve-round distance for the very first time in his professional career.

Opponent: Lasse Johansen
Date: 24 March 2006
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: TKO 1
Fight Summary: Making the first defense of his European crown, Haye faced off against Norway’s Lasse Johansen in London. The bout was an absolute showcase of Haye’s terrifying athletic prime, as he immediately overwhelmed Johansen with blisteringly fast combinations. The fight lasted less than three minutes, with the referee stepping in to rescue a heavily battered Johansen in the opening round.

Opponent: Alexander Gurov
Date: 16 December 2005
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: KO 1
Fight Summary: Haye challenged the highly experienced European cruiserweight champion Alexander Gurov in a high-profile matchup. Haye put on a devastating display of explosive power, completely obliterating the champion in just 45 seconds. A single, thunderous straight right hand sent Gurov crashing heavily to the canvas, instantly crowning Haye as the new European champion and announcing his arrival on the world stage.

Opponent: Vincenzo Rossitto
Date: 14 October 2005
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: TKO 2
Fight Summary: Continuing his steady rebuild, Haye faced Italy’s Vincenzo Rossitto in a brief clash in Yorkshire. Haye showcased sharp accuracy and a heavy jab from the opening bell. In the second round, Haye connected with a series of powerful hooks that completely dismantled Rossitto’s defense, forcing the referee to step in and award Haye a quick technical knockout.

Opponent: Glen Kelly
Date: 4 March 2005
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: TKO 1
Fight Summary: Haye faced experienced Australian contender Glen Kelly as he looked to regain his momentum. Haye brought an aggressive, destructive energy to the ring, immediately trapping Kelly against the ropes. Unleashing a ferocious barrage of heavy power punches, Haye forced a comprehensive first-round stoppage, demonstrating that his confidence remained completely unshaken.

Opponent: Valeri Semiskur
Date: 21 January 2005
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: TKO 1
Fight Summary: Returning to the ring just months after his first professional career defeat, Haye faced Valeri Semiskur to kickstart his rebuilding phase. Eager to erase the memory of his loss, Haye came out with spectacular aggression. He completely overwhelmed Semiskur with lightning-fast power shots, scoring an effortless first-round technical knockout victory.

Opponent: Carl Thompson
Date: 10 September 2004
Result: Loss
Nature of the Result: TKO 5
Fight Summary: In just his eleventh professional fight, a highly hyped and undefeated David Haye stepped up significantly to face the notoriously rugged, iron-willed veteran Carl “The Cat” Thompson. Haye started spectacularly, completely battering the veteran with heavy power shots and hunting for an early knockout. However, Haye completely emptied his gas tank, and the ultra-durable Thompson weathered the storm, roaring back to stop a completely exhausted Haye in the fifth round.

Opponent: Arthur Williams
Date: 12 May 2004
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: TKO 3
Fight Summary: Haye faced former world champion Arthur Williams in a significant step up in name value early in his career. Haye’s superior athletic speed and explosive punching power were on full display, as he effortlessly controlled the distance. In the third round, Haye unleashed a brutal combination that dropped Williams, forcing a spectacular stoppage victory.

Opponent: Hastings Rasani
Date: 20 March 2004
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: TKO 1
Fight Summary: Haye continued his highly active run by taking on the experienced journeyman Hastings Rasani in London. Haye treated the contest like a brief public sparring session, immediately establishing his dominant jab and heavy right hand. He dropped Rasani almost immediately, forcing a swift first-round stoppage to the delight of his hometown fans.

Opponent: Tony Dowling
Date: 26 September 2003
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: TKO 1
Fight Summary: Haye captured the vacant BBBofC English cruiserweight title with a destructive performance against Tony Dowling in Reading. Haye showcased a massive gulf in class and athletic ability, completely overwhelming Dowling within the opening two minutes of the fight to capture his very first professional title.

Opponent: Lolenga Mock
Date: 1 August 2003
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: TKO 4
Fight Summary: Haye faced a massive scare and a vital learning experience against the incredibly tough and durable Lolenga Mock. In the second round, Mock shocked the arena by landing a heavy punch that dropped an overconfident Haye for the very first time in his career. Haye showed great resolve to beat the count, gather himself, and roar back to stop Mock in the fourth round.

Opponent: Greg Scott Briggs
Date: 5 July 2003
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: KO 1
Fight Summary: Haye made spectacularly quick work of journeyman Greg Scott Briggs in Bristol. Right from the opening bell, Haye launched a furious, athletic attack that completely bypassed his opponent’s guard. A heavy power shot sent Briggs crashing to the canvas within the opening minute, scoring another spectacular first-round knockout.

Opponent: Vance Winn
Date: 18 May 2003
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: TKO 1
Fight Summary: Traveling across the Atlantic to fight in the United States for the first time, Haye took on Vance Winn in Mississippi. Haye put on an explosive showcase for the American audience, utilizing his blazing hand speed to completely dismantle Winn and force a swift, one-sided first-round technical knockout.

Opponent: Phil Day
Date: 18 March 2003
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: TKO 2
Fight Summary: Haye faced Phil Day in London and continued to showcase his explosive punch-finishing ability. After comfortably controlling the opening round and sizing up his opponent, Haye stepped up the aggression in the second, unleashing a heavy barrage that forced the referee to step in and halt the mismatch.

Opponent: Roger Bowden
Date: 4 March 2003
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: TKO 1
Fight Summary: For his third professional outing, Haye squared off against Roger Bowden in London. Haye showcased terrifying punching power, completely overwhelming Bowden right from the opening bell with heavy hooks to secure a devastating first-round technical knockout.

Opponent: Sabah Khazzoum
Date: 24 January 2003
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: TKO 1
Fight Summary: Haye made a quick return to the ring for his second professional bout, taking on Sabah Khazzoum. Haye immediately imposed his physical size and athletic hand speed, dropping Khazzoum almost immediately to secure another effortless, crowd-pleasing first-round stoppage.

Opponent: Tony Booth
Date: 8 December 2002
Result: Win
Nature of the Result: RTD 2
Fight Summary: David Haye made his highly anticipated professional boxing debut in London against the ultra-experienced journeyman Tony Booth. Looking remarkably explosive and athletic, the former amateur world silver medalist completely dominated Booth from the opening bell, landing heavy combinations that forced Booth to retire on his stool after two rounds.

David Haye Boxing Record

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