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Gunnar Jackson

b. 1986

New Zealand boxer

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About Gunnar Jackson

Born 1986. Gunnar Jackson is a New Zealand boxer.

Gunnar Jackson (born 6 July 1986) is a New Zealand professional boxer. At regional level he held the NZPBA super middleweight title from 2012 to 2013; the NZPBA middleweight title in 2013; and the WBO Oriental middleweight title twice between 2013 and 2015.

Professional career Jackson fought the biggest fight of his career in January 2014 against four-time world champion Anthony Mundine. Jackson lost by unanimous points decision.

Jackson fought Kerry Hope in June 2015. Hope was originally scheduled to fight Michael Zerafa for the Interim WBO Oriental Middleweight title, but Zerafa pulled out days before the fight. Jackson took the fight on only a few days notice, defending his WBO Oriental Middleweight Title. Jackson again lost by unanimous points decision.

Professional boxing record

Titles

Awards and recognitions 2019 Gladrap Boxing Awards New Zealand fight of the year (Nominated)

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Important facts

Born
6 July 1986, Wainuiomata
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Boxer
Nationality
New Zealand

People in Gunnar Jackson's life

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Gunnar Jackson?

New Zealand boxer

When was Gunnar Jackson born?

Gunnar Jackson was born on 6 July 1986 in Wainuiomata.

What is Gunnar Jackson's occupation?

Gunnar Jackson is a boxer.

What nationality is Gunnar Jackson?

Gunnar Jackson is New Zealand.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Gunnar Jackson

· Wikidata: Q21285261

· DBpedia: Gunnar Jackson

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