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Standing 6ft 5in, the Russian-born, Canada-based fighter - known as 'The Lion' - has secured 21 wins in 23 fights, including 19 by knockout, and arrives in London with a reputation as a heavy puncher.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

She's not a devastating puncher, that is only her fifth stoppage.

From BBC • Aug. 1, 2024

Once the most feared puncher in boxing, Wilder has seemed a shadow of himself in his past two fights.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2024

Cordina responded well, landing a left hook of his own in the fourth, but he looked vulnerable against a more dangerous puncher.

From BBC • May 18, 2024

The old cow- puncher lifted Pollard onto Seabiscuit’s back.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand