Julius Lloyd-Long (born 28 May 1977) is an American-born New Zealander professional boxer who resides in

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. He is best known for his physical stature, standing and having a reach. Outside of the ring, Long is a professional chef.

Professional career

Julius Long turned professional on January 17, 2001 at the age of 23 years. He won his first contest by first round stoppage. He has been a

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throughout his career, and has fought notable opponents such as former WBC heavyweight champion

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, Olympic gold medalists;

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and Odlanier Solis, as well as several heavyweight title contenders. In 2013, Duco Events flew Long to New Zealand to help train

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in his bout against Alexander Ustinov. Long decided to move to New Zealand permanently.

Professional boxing titles

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**Interim WBA Oceania Heavyweight title (283¼ ''lbs'')

Professional boxing record

Awards and recognitions

*2019 Gladrap Boxing Awards New Zealand fight of the year (Nominated) *2019 Gladrap Boxing Awards Most Entertaining Boxer of the year (Nominated)

References

External links

* {{DEFAULTSORT:Long, Julius 1977 births Living people Boxers from Auckland Boxers from Michigan New Zealand male boxers Heavyweight boxers