Adam Azim

Adam Azim is a British professional boxer.

Adam Azim
Statistics
Nickname(s)The Assassin
Weight(s)Light-welterweight
Height5 ft 11 in (180 cm)[1]
Born (2002-07-21) 21 July 2002
Slough, England
StanceOrthodox
Boxing record
Total fights9
Wins9
Wins by KO6

Early life

Azim was born to British Pakistani parents on 21 July 2002 in Slough, Berkshire, England, with his family roots in the city of Kotli in the Pakistan-administered region of Kashmir, his father being a boxing trainer while his elder brother Hassan Azim is also a professional boxer.[2]

Amateur career

Before turning pro Azim won ten national titles and was ranked the world’s No.1 youth amateur at welterweight.[3]

Professional career

Azim made his professional debut on 2 December 2020 against Ed Harrison. Azim won via wide points decision after winning every round on the referees scorecard.[4] On 20 November 2021, Azim fought against Stu Greener. Towards the end of the opening round, Azim knocked his opponent down after landing a right hook. In the opening moments of the second round, Azim knocked Greener onto the canvas for a second time with another right hook. Following the second knockdown, the referee called an end to the bout.[5]

Azim faced Jordan Ellison on 19 February 2022. In the opening round, Azim connected with a powerful right hand to the body which knocked his opponent down onto the canvas. Azim continued to control the bout and in the third round, he landed a heavy hand which knocked his opponent down for a second time. Following the second knockdown, the referee waved off the bout.[6] On 26 March 2022, Azim fought Connor Marsden. Twelve seconds into the bout, Azim knocked his opponent down with a jab. Moments later, Azim dropped Marsden for a second time, after which the bout was called to an end.[7][8]

Azim's fifth bout as a professional was against Anthony Loffet on 25 June 2022. Azim dropped his opponent with a right hook in the opening exchanges of the first round. Loffett was able to beat the count, however, Azim proceeded to connect with a number of right hooks which visibly hurt his opponent. Following this, Loffett's corner opted to throw in the towel to protect their fighter from further damage.[9][10][11] On 3 September 2022, Azim faced Michel Cabral. In the opening round, Azim landed a powerful left hook to the body which visibly hurt his opponent. Azim followed this up with two heavy punches to the head which knocked Cabral onto the canvas. The bout was called to an end after Cabral was unable to beat the count.[12][13]

Professional boxing record
9 fights 9 wins 0 losses
By knockout 6 0
By decision 3 0
No. Result Record Opponent Type Round, time Date Location Notes
9 Win 9–0 Aram Faniian PTS 10 10 Jun 2023 AO Arena, Manchester, England
8 Win 8–0 Santos Reyes UD 10 11 Feb 2023 OVO Arena, London, England Won vacant WBA Continental light-welterweight title
7 Win 7–0 Rylan Charlton TKO 2 (10), 0:42 27 Nov 2022 Alexandra Palace, London, England
6 Win 6–0 Michel Daniel Cabral KO 1 (10), 1:54 3 Sep 2022 M&S Bank Arena, Liverpool, England
5 Win 5–0 Anthony Loffet TKO 1 (10), 1:06 25 Jun 2022 Coventry Skydome, Coventry, England Won vacant WBC Youth Intercontinental light-welterweight title
4 Win 4–0 Connor Marsden TKO 1 (8), 0:30 26 Mar 2022 OVO Arena, London, England
3 Win 3–0 Jordan Ellison TKO 3 (8), 2:09 19 Feb 2022 AO Arena, Manchester, England
2 Win 2–0 Stu Greener TKO 2 (6), 0:20 20 Nov 2021 The SSE Arena, London, England
1 Win 1–0 Ed Harrison PTS 6 2 Dec 2020 Production Park Studios, South Kirkby, England

References
  1. Pattle, Alex (26 November 2022). "'We're dealing with a freak': Meet Adam Azim, the 20-year-old boxer scaring world champions". The Independent. It might seem an odd way to describe the 5ft 11in [...]
  2. Shafi, Faisal (18 October 2020). "15 Most Promising British Asian Boxers". DESIblitz.
  3. Jones, Rich (20 November 2021). "EXCLUSIVE: Meet Hassan and Adam Azim - talented boxing brothers pushing each other to the top". The Mirror. Adam, 19, is known for his rapid hand speed and enjoyed a decorated amateur career, winning 10 national titles as well as being ranked the world's No.1 youth amateur at welterweight.
  4. "Ricards Bolotniks Beats Down, Stops Serge Michel in Tenth - Wins Golden Contract". boxingscene.com. Retrieved 5 July 2022.
  5. "Adam and Hassan Azim both delivered explosive knockout victories to light up The SSE Arena". skysports.com. Retrieved 5 July 2022.
  6. "Frazer Clarke Scores Easy Stoppage Win in Pro Debut". boxingscene.com. Retrieved 25 July 2022.
  7. "Richard Riakporhe Blasts Out Jumah in Eight: Dubois, Azeez Get KO Wins". boxingscene.com. Retrieved 26 July 2022.
  8. "Adam Azim 'coming' for the lightweight division after delivering one of boxing's fastest knockouts". skysports.com. Retrieved 26 July 2022.
  9. "Adam Azim stops Anthony Loffet in just 66 seconds with spectacular finish to seal first title". skysports.com. Retrieved 27 July 2022.
  10. "Adam 'The Assassin' Azim scores second successive first-round knockout". britishboxingnews.co.uk. Retrieved 27 July 2022.
  11. "Adam Azim Gets Big KO Win, Karriss Artingstall Dominates in Pro Debut". boxingscene.com. Retrieved 27 July 2022.
  12. "Frazer Clarke, Adam Azim Blast Out Opponents in Liverpool". boxingscene.com. Retrieved 4 September 2022.
  13. "Natasha Jonas unifies world titles, Adam Azim KO's overmatched foe". worldboxingnews.net. Retrieved 4 September 2022.
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