Richard Commey

Richard Oblitey Commey (born 10 March 1987) is a Ghanaian professional boxer. He held the IBF lightweight title from February to December 2019. He previously held multiple regional lightweight titles including; the Ghanaian title in 2011; the ABU title in 2013; and the Commonwealth title from 2014 to 2015.

Richard Commey
Statistics
Real nameRichard Oblitey Commey
Weight(s)Lightweight
Height5 ft 8 in (173 cm)
Reach71 in (180 cm)
NationalityGhanaian
Born (1987-03-10) 10 March 1987
Accra, Ghana
StanceOrthodox
Boxing record
Total fights32
Wins29
Wins by KO26
Losses3

Career

Richard Commey lost the International Boxing Federation (IBF) lightweight world title against Robert Easter Jr. on a split decision in a very close fight after Rances Barthelemy vacated the belt in order to move up in weight.

Commey showing his excitement stated "I'm really excited to finally get my shot at the world title," Commey, 29, said at a news conference in Accra, Ghana. "I have been waiting too long and too many fighters have avoided me, but it seems like we are finally there. I would like to thank my promoter Team Sauerland for helping to get this opportunity, which I will take with both hands."[1] After losing the International Boxing Federation IBF Lightweight World Title against Robert Easter Jr. in 2016, Richard Commey beat Russian, Isa Chaniev to become the new IBF Lightweight World Champion.[2][3]

Professional boxing record
Professional record summary
32 fights 29 wins 3 losses
By knockout 26 1
By decision 3 2
No. Result Record Opponent Type Round, time Date Location Notes
32 Loss 29–3 Teófimo López TKO 2 (12), 1:13 14 Dec 2019 Madison Square Garden, New York City, New York, US Lost IBF lightweight title
31 Win 29–2 Ray Beltran KO 8 (12), 0:54 28 Jun 2019 Pechanga Resort & Casino, Temecula, California, US Retained IBF lightweight title
30 Win 28–2 Isa Chaniev TKO 2 (12), 0:39 2 Feb 2019 Ford Center at The Star, Frisco, Texas, US Won vacant IBF lightweight title
29 Win 27–2 Yardley Armenta Cruz TKO 2 (8), 0:29 4 Aug 2018 Nassau Coliseum, Uniondale, New York, US
28 Win 26–2 Alejandro Luna TKO 6 (12), 1:54 10 Mar 2018 Freeman Coliseum, San Antonio, Texas, US
27 Win 25–2 Hedi Slimani UD 12 11 Mar 2017 Bukom Boxing Arena, Accra, Ghana Won vacant WBC International Silver lightweight title
26 Loss 24–2 Denis Shafikov SD 12 2 Dec 2016 Tough Fight Gym, Moscow, Russia
25 Loss 24–1 Robert Easter Jr. SD 12 9 Sep 2016 Santander Arena, Reading, Pennsylvania, US For vacant IBF lightweight title
24 Win 24–0 Anzor Gamgebeli TKO 2 (8), 2:02 19 Mar 2016 MusikTeatret, Albertslund, Denmark
23 Win 23–0 Kakha Avetisiani TKO 5 (10), 1:17 17 Oct 2015 Dm-Arena, Karlsruhe, Germany
22 Win 22–0 Bahodir Mamadjonov TKO 8 (10), 1:48 22 May 2015 The D Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada, US Won vacant IBF Inter-Continental lightweight title
21 Win 21–0 Thompson Mokwana TKO 7 (12), 0:29 14 Mar 2015 Emperors Palace, Kempton Park, South Africa Retained Commonwealth lightweight title
20 Win 20–0 Mikheil Avakian TKO 4 (8), 1:49 7 Feb 2015 Arena Nord, Frederikshavn, Denmark
19 Win 19–0 Samir Ziani UD 10 13 Dec 2014 MusikTeatret, Albertslund, Denmark
18 Win 18–0 Gary Buckland UD 12 12 Jul 2014 York Hall, London, England Won vacant Commonwealth lightweight title
17 Win 17–0 Prince Ofotsu TKO 8 (12), 0:10 26 Dec 2013 Accra Sports Stadium, Accra Won vacant ABU lightweight title
16 Win 16–0 Paul Truscott TKO 8 (12), 1:28 13 Jul 2013 York Hall, London, England
15 Win 15–0 Bilal Mohammad KO 7 (12), 1:37 8 Mar 2013 City Engineers Yard, Accra, Ghana Won IBF Continental Africa lightweight title
14 Win 14–0 Fuseini Ahmed TKO 7 (8), 2:12 8 Dec 2012 Will Power Boxing Complex, Accra, Ghana
13 Win 13–0 Kris Hughes RTD 4 (8), 3:00 15 Sep 2012 York Hall, London, England
12 Win 12–0 Simas Volosinas TKO 3 (6), 1:55 7 Jul 2012 York Hall, London, England
11 Win 11–0 Korley Collison TKO 6 (12), 2:13 16 Dec 2011 Cantonments, Accra, Ghana Won Ghanaian lightweight title
10 Win 10–0 Yusif Salifu TKO 3 (8), 1:27 2 Dec 2011 Cantonments, Accra, Ghana
9 Win 9–0 Zakaria Salifu TKO 4 (8), 1:23 4 Nov 2011 Prison's Canteen, Accra, Ghana
8 Win 8–0 Tetteh Lamptey TKO 3 (8), 2:42 21 Oct 2011 Prison's Canteen, Accra, Ghana
7 Win 7–0 Emmanuel Odoi KO 2 (8) 10 Sep 2011 Accra, Ghana
6 Win 6–0 Dan Quartey KO 2 (8), 2:43 30 Jul 2011 Lebanon House, Accra, Ghana
5 Win 5–0 Zakaria Salifu TKO 3 (8), 1:24 24 Jun 2011 Prison's Canteen, Accra, Ghana
4 Win 4–0 Yaw Sakiya TKO 3 (8), 2:52 21 May 2011 Lebanon House, Accra, Ghana
3 Win 3–0 Kuma Doe KO 3 (8) 29 Apr 2011 Prison's Canteen, Accra, Ghana
2 Win 2–0 Obile Issaka TKO 1 (6), 2:45 2 Apr 2011 Prison's Canteen, Accra, Ghana
1 Win 1–0 Baba Nsor TKO 2 (6), 0:59 26 Feb 2011 Prison's Canteen, Accra, Ghana

References
  1. Rafael, Dan. "Barthelemy vacates belt; Easter to fight Commey". Retrieved Jun 7, 2016.
  2. Koranteng, Daniel. "Richard Commey wins IBF World title after 2nd Rnd TKO win over Chaniev". CitiNewsRoom. CitiNewsRoom. Retrieved 3 February 2019.
  3. "Commey knocks out Chaniev to win IBF world lightweight title". MyJoyOnline. Wires. Retrieved 3 February 2019.
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