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Hassan Saku

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Hassan Saku
Born (1989-01-15) January 15, 1989 (age 35)
NationalitySweden
Other namesBad News
Statistics
Weight(s)welterweight
Height5 ft 7 in / 170cm
Boxing record
Total fights23
Wins12
Wins by KO75%
Losses11
Draws0
No contests1

Hassan Saku (born on January 15, 1987) also known as “Hitman,” is a Ugandan former professional boxer currently a Swedish citizen known for his achievements in the ring. Born in Kampala, Uganda. He later moved to Sweden, where he gained prominence in the middleweight division.[1][2]

Early life and background

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Saku was born in Mulago, Kampala, Uganda and growing up in a modest neighborhood in Kampala, Saku developed an interest in boxing at a young age due to the influence of local boxing legends and the sport's potential to offer an avenue out of poverty.[1]

Amateur boxing career

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Saku started his amateur career during his teenage years by joining the Kampala Boxing Club.[3] With the guidance of experienced coaches, he refined his skills and gained recognition in local competitions.[3] Through his dedication and natural talent, he represented Uganda in various international amateur boxing tournaments, achieving multiple medals.[3]

Notable amateur achievements

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  • African Amateur Boxing Championships: Saku participated in the African Amateur Boxing Championships, where he secured a silver medal in 2006, showcasing his potential on the continental stage.[4]

Notable fights

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Saku landed a World Boxing Council International super welterweight title eliminator when he took on Russian Anton Solopov in Erkerberg on Feb 23, 2007.[2] In an undercard bout in Dec 24, 2007, Saku won Caleb Amianda in Nairobi.[5]

Professional boxing career

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Saku began his professional boxing career in 2012, making his debut in matches held in Kampala and Sweden. His style in the ring, characterized by aggression and powerful punches, earned him a reputation as a skilled opponent. Throughout his professional journey, Saku has achieved numerous significant victories and earned various titles.[6]

Major fights and titles

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  • East and Central Africa Boxing Federation (ECABF) Title: In 2015, Saku won the ECABF lightweight title after defeating a highly-ranked opponent from Kenya. This victory established him as one of the leading boxers in the region.[7]
  • African Boxing Union (ABU) Title: In 2017, Saku clinched the ABU lightweight title in a closely contested match against a seasoned boxer from Nigeria. This title win was a significant milestone in his career, boosting his profile internationally.[8]

Professional record

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12 Wins (75% knockouts, 11 Loss, 0 Draws, 1 Contest [9]
Result Record Opponent Date Result Location
Loss 10-11-2 Poland Robert Talarek Nov 28, 2015 L-RTD Sweden Rocklunda, Vasteraas, Sweden
Win 10-13-1 Poland Bartlomiej Grafka Nov 8, 2014 W-UD Sweden Rocklunda, Vasteraas, Sweden
Loss 14-0-0 Germany Nuhu Lawal Nov 16, 2013 L-KO Germany Loewensaal, Nuremberg (Nürnberg), Germany
Win 5-10-1 Latvia Raimonds Sniedze October 5, 2012 W-UD Sweden Alvik Gamla Tryckeriet, Stockholm
Loss 5-0-0 Sweden Benjamin Kalinovic April 27, 2012 L-UD Sweden Cloetta Center, Linkoping, Sweden
Loss 3–0–1 Italy Michele Di Rocco May 28, 2009 L-TKO Italy Pala De Andre, Ravenna, Italy
Loss 4–0–0 Russia Daniil Utenkov April 24, 2009 L-UD Russia Atmosphere Night Club, Saint Petersburg, Russia
Win 4–4–0 Tanzania Hussein Chiwa December 19, 2008 W-KO Uganda Lugogo Stadium, Kampala, Uganda
Win 9–0–1 South Africa Chris van Heerden July 25, 2008 L-TKO South Africa Carousel Casino, Hammanskraal, South Africa
Loss 15–0–0 Italy Emanuele Della Rosa April 24, 2008 L-PTS Italy Fiumicino, Italy
Loss 26-6-1 Denmark Allan Vester April 4, 2008 L-UD Denmark NRGi Arena, Aarhus
Loss 10-8-0 Estonia Albert Starikov March 22, 2008 L-UD Estonia Sport Hall Energia, Narva
Win 17-5-0 Tanzania Bagaza Mwambene December 22, 2007 W-KO Uganda Nakivubo Stadium, Kampala
Loss 9-11-0 Latvia Jurijs Boreiko August 18, 2007 L-UD Sweden Eriksdalshallen, Stockholm
Loss 13-1-1 Australia Anton Solopov February 23, 2007 L-TKO Sweden DIVS, Ekaterinburg
Win 1-5-0 Kenya Caleb Amianda December 24, 2005 W-PTS Kenya Kenyatta International Conference Centre, Nairobi
Win 1-4-0 Kenya Caleb Amianda October 15, 2005 W-KO Uganda Little Flowers Arena, Kampala
Win 3-2-0 Kenya Kevin Onyango June 1, 2005 W-KO Kenya WAB Hotel, Buru Buru, Nairobi
Win 2-2-1 Kenya Fred George April 25, 2005 W-KO Tanzania Dar-Es-Salaam
Win 0-4-1 Uganda Boblee Sebowa January 26, 2005 W-TKO Uganda Nakivubo Stadium, Kampala
Win 0-6-0 Uganda Franco Komakech November 28, 2004 W-KO Uganda Nakivubo Stadium, Kampala
Win debut Uganda Joseph Kimbowa June 19, 2004 W-KO Uganda Nakivubo Stadium, Kampala
Win 0-5-0 Uganda Franco Komakech April 20, 2004 W-TKO Uganda Nakivubo Stadium, Kampala

See also

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References

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  1. ^ a b Fighters (2016-10-15). "Hassan Saku (Hitman) - Boxer Profile, Wiki, Boxrec". 234Fight.com. Retrieved 2024-05-14.
  2. ^ a b "In Brief". New Vision. Retrieved 2024-05-17.
  3. ^ a b c "KBC ruled Open champions!". New Vision. Retrieved 2024-05-18.
  4. ^ "In Brief". New Vision. Retrieved 2024-05-18.
  5. ^ "Saku humiliates Kenyan". New Vision. Retrieved 2024-05-17.
  6. ^ "Boxaren Benjamin Kalinovic är laddad inför återkomsten". Sveriges Radio (in Swedish). 2013-04-24. Retrieved 2024-05-18.
  7. ^ Junior Saku Dares Lusambya
  8. ^ Amadulu, Wellington. "Boxing In South Africa: Three ABU Titles Change Hands In Johannesburg – Boxing News". Retrieved 2024-05-18.
  9. ^ Hassan, Saku. "Boxers record". Retrieved 2024-05-18.