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When a fighter comes along with a blueprint of boxing skills, heart and power, it makes for a deadly combination. Such is the case for rising heavyweight Calvin Brock. The fighter known as the “Boxing Banker” is quickly getting recognition as one of best heavyweights in the division. As an amateur, Calvin Brock compiled a record of 147-38. Brock was a member of the 2000 U.S. Olympic Team, but was defeated in the opening round by Paolo Vidoz. Vidoz would go on to defeat heavyweight contender Samuel Peter in the next round.
As a professional, Brock has put together an undefeated record of 26-0 with 21 of those wins coming by knockout. On April 23, Brock faced the toughest test of his career as he met the always-dangerous Jameel McCline before a live pay per view audience. McCline outweighed Brock by 47 pounds, but that did not discourage Brock from taking the fight to McCline. In the eight round, Brock showed his heart and will by surviving his first ever knockdown as a professional by attacked McCline with power punches from every angle imaginable. Brock’s assault was so strong after the knockdown that most observers saw him steal what would have been a 10-8 round from McCline. Brock went on to win a ten round unanimous decision. [details]
As a professional, Brock has put together an undefeated record of 26-0 with 21 of those wins coming by knockout. On April 23, Brock faced the toughest test of his career as he met the always-dangerous Jameel McCline before a live pay per view audience. McCline outweighed Brock by 47 pounds, but that did not discourage Brock from taking the fight to McCline. In the eight round, Brock showed his heart and will by surviving his first ever knockdown as a professional by attacked McCline with power punches from every angle imaginable. Brock’s assault was so strong after the knockdown that most observers saw him steal what would have been a 10-8 round from McCline. Brock went on to win a ten round unanimous decision. [details]