About Billy Lyell
Born 1984. Billy Lyell is an American boxer.
William Lyell (born August 10, 1984) is an American former professional boxer who competed from 2003 to 2013. He challenged for the IBF middleweight title in 2010.
Amateur career In an interview with Peter Czymbor, Lyell stated that he had an amateur record of "about 35-20" in "about 50-55 amateur bouts".
Professional career In February 2009, Lyell upset an undefeated John Duddy in a ten-round fight by split decision.
IBF Middleweight Championship He then lost a very tough fight to Sebastian Sylvester.
WBC Silver Middleweight Championship On June 5, 2010, Billy lost to undefeated champion Julio César Chávez, Jr. The bout was held at the Estadio Banorte in Culiacán, Mexico.
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Who is Billy Lyell?
American boxer
When was Billy Lyell born?
Billy Lyell was born on 10 August 1984 in Niles.
What is Billy Lyell's occupation?
Billy Lyell is a boxer.
What nationality is Billy Lyell?
Billy Lyell is American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Billy Lyell. https://biography.guide/billy-lyell/
MLA: "Billy Lyell." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/billy-lyell/.
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