Corrie Sanders

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Cornelius Johannes Sanders (7 January 1966 – 23 September 2012) was a South African professional boxer who competed from 1989 to 2008. He won the WBO heavyweight title in 2003 after knocking out Wladimir Klitschko in two rounds, which was considered one of the biggest upsets in heavyweight boxing history; The Ring magazine named it the Upset of the Year. In 2004, having vacated the WBO title, Sanders faced Wladimir's brother Vitali Klitschko in an unsuccessful challenge for the vacant WBC and Ring heavyweight titles. He also held the WBU heavyweight title from 1997 until 2000 and the South Africa national heavyweight title in 1991.

Nicknamed "The Sniper", Sanders was a southpaw with a long reach, and was known for carrying formidable knockout power in his straight left hand.[1] He died in a hospital in the early hours of 23 September 2012[2] after being shot during an armed robbery.[3][4] Sanders also held wins against former cruiserweight champions Johnny Nelson, Carlos de Leon, Bobby Czyz, and Al Cole.

Early life and amateur career

Sanders grew up in Brits, South Africa. He had two siblings and was of Afrikaner descent. In his youth, he played rugby, cricket, and golf.[5] Having been introduced to boxing by his uncle, Sanders finished his amateur career in the late 1980s with 180 wins and 11 losses.[6] He won the amateur South African heavyweight title four times from 1985-1988.[5]

Professional career

Sanders made his professional debut in 1989 with a first-round knockout of King Kong Dyubele on 2 April 1989. He went on to win his next 22 bouts, 14 by knockout. Among the fighters he defeated during that streak were Steve Zouski, Art Card, future WBO cruiserweight champion Johnny Nelson, and future world title challenger Bert Cooper. In his 24th bout, on 21 May 1994, Sanders suffered his first defeat, to Nate Tubbs via a second-round knockout.[4]

He fought 12 more times over the next five years, including a first-round knockout over former world cruiserweight champion Carlos De León and a second-round knockout over another former world champion, Bobby Czyz. He lost by seventh-round stoppage in a slugfest fight with future unified and two-time world heavyweight champion Hasim Rahman. Sanders and Rahman both knocked each other down during the bout, and Sanders was ahead on the judges' scorecards prior to the stoppage.[6] Rahman said of Sanders following their match: "I've never been hit that hard in my life."[7] Returning to the ring in 2001, he scored a quick win over Michael Sprott and then followed this up with a defeat of Otis Tisdale in 2002. Corrie Sanders' biggest weapons were his southpaw fast hands that he used to knock fighters out early.[4]

WBO heavyweight champion

Despite fighting three rounds in the last two years, the WBO sanctioned a challenge to their heavyweight champion Wladimir Klitschko. Sanders had accepted the bout on short notice and was a 40-1 underdog.[4] On 8 March 2003, Sanders provided a stunning upset in Hanover, Germany, by dropping Klitschko four times to win the WBO belt by a second-round knockout.[8] The Ring magazine named it the Upset of the Year for 2003.[4] Klitschko later called Sanders the hardest puncher he ever faced in a December 2014 interview with The Ring, saying: "I’ve been in boxing for 25 years and I never fought anybody in this game that punched like Corrie Sanders."[9]

WBC heavyweight title challenge

Sanders had initially sought a unification bout with WBA heavyweight champion Roy Jones Jr., who had also won his title in March 2003, and then with heavyweight contender David Tua. When those negotiations fell through, he was scheduled to defend the WBO title against Lamon Brewster on 18 October 2003. However, due to a conflict between WBO and Sanders's promoter, the bout did not take place.[10] Sanders then vacated the WBO title to sign a contract to fight for the vacant WBC belt.[4] The fight took place on 24 April 2004, against Wladimir's older brother, Vitali. Sanders was stopped by Vitali in the eighth round of the fight in the Staples Center in Los Angeles. After Sanders death, Vitali went on to pay his respects to Sanders and called this the hardest fight of his career.[11]

Eight months later, Sanders knocked out Alexei Varakin in the second round of a contest in Soelden, Austria in December 2004.[12] He briefly retired after that bout.[13]

Sanders returned to action after two years in November 2006 to score a second round stoppage win over the Australian heavyweight champion Colin Wilson at the Convention Centre in Mafikeng. He had signed with Golden Gloves Promotions, and won another bout in South Africa against Brazilian Daniel Bispo in May 2007. His last bout, of the South African heavyweight title, was a loss to Osborne Machimana, a bout he took despite Sanders being injured beforehand. Sanders' final record was 42 wins (31 by knockout) and 4 losses.[13]

Personal life

Corrie Sanders and his wife Suzette had a son and a daughter.[5]

Death

On 22 September 2012, Sanders was fatally shot in an armed robbery at a restaurant called Thatch Haven in Brits, South Africa, where a function was being held for his nephew's 21st birthday. He had been near the entrance of the restaurant talking to his 15-year-old daughter Marinique and a cousin when three robbers entered firing their guns.[14] Sanders had used his body to shield his daughter from oncoming bullets and then, while bleeding from bullet wounds in his right arm and stomach, pulled her to the ground and whispered for her to pretend to be dead.[15][16][17] Sanders was taken to a hospital in Pretoria, where he died in the early hours of 23 September 2012 of his wounds.[18]

On 27 September 2012, following a tip-off, North West police arrested three men in Oukasie near Brits, charging them with the murder of Sanders. All three were citizens of Zimbabwe.[14] At one address, two suspects were apprehended and police recovered a cellular phone, a vehicle key, a purse and cash stolen during the robbery. Police then went to a second address, arrested a third suspect, and recovered a handbag also stolen in the robbery.[19] The trial was postponed until August 2013 as investigators attempted to use a fourth suspect, now serving a 30-year sentence in Zimbabwe for killing a police officer, to locate the gun used in the crime.[20]

On 11 February 2015 at a High Court in Pretoria, Judge Ferdi Preller sentenced Paida Fish, Chris Moyo and Samuel Mabena each to 43 years' imprisonment, of which they have to serve 30, on charges of murder, robbery with aggravating circumstances, and the unlawful possession of firearms and ammunition.[14]

Professional boxing record

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No. Result Record Opponent Type Round, time Date Location Notes
46 Loss 42–4 Osborne Machimana TKO 1 (12), 2:41Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 2 Feb 2008 Emperor's Palace, Kempton Park, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". For South African heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
45 Win 42–3 Daniel Bispo UD 10 12 May 2007 Emperor's Palace, Kempton Park, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
44 Win 41–3 Colin Wilson TKO 2 (10) 24 Nov 2006 Convention Centre, Mafikeng, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
43 Win 40–3 Alexey Varakin KO 2 (8), 1:59Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 14 Dec 2004 Schwarzl Freizeit Zentrum, Sölden, AustriaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
42 Loss 39–3 Vitali Klitschko TKO 8 (12), 2:46Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 24 Apr 2004 Staples Center, Los Angeles, California, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". For vacant WBC and The Ring heavyweight titlesScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
41 Win 39–2 Wladimir Klitschko TKO 2 (12), 0:27Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 8 Mar 2003 Preussag Arena, Hanover, GermanyScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won WBO heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
40 Win 38–2 Otis Tisdale TKO 2 (10), 1:40Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 9 Nov 2002 Coca-Cola Bricktown Events Center, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
39 Win 37–2 Michael Sprott TKO 1 (8), 1:25Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 3 Nov 2001 Carnival City, Brakpan, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
38 Loss 36–2 Hasim Rahman TKO 7 (12), 1:50Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 20 May 2000 Bally's Park Place, Atlantic City, New Jersey, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Lost WBU heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
37 Win 36–1 Al Cole TKO 1 (12), 1:13Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 19 Feb 2000 Carnival City, Brakpan, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Retained WBU heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
36 Win 35–1 Jorge Valdes TKO 1 (12), 0:30Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 2 Jul 1999 Whitchurch Leisure Centre, Bristol, EnglandScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Retained WBU heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
35 Win 34–1 Bobby Czyz TKO 2 (12), 1:43Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 12 Jun 1998 Mohegan Sun Arena, Montville, Connecticut, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Retained WBU heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
34 Win 33–1 Ross Puritty UD 12 15 Nov 1997 Carousel Casino, Hammanskraal, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won vacant WBU heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
33 Win 32–1 Arthur Weathers TKO 1 (10), 1:37Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 7 Feb 1997 Las Vegas Hilton, Winchester, Nevada, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
32 Win 31–1 Olian Alexander TKO 2 (10) 12 Sep 1996 Hilton, Huntington, New York, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
31 Win 30–1 Sean Hart TKO 2 (10), 1:18Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 20 Aug 1996 The Theater at Madison Square Garden, New York City, New York, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
30 Win 29–1 Curtis Shepard KO 1 (10), 1:12Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 20 Jul 1996 Morula Sun, Mabopane, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
29 Win 28–1 Keith Fletcher KO 4 (10), 1:16Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 26 Jan 1996 Hilton Metropole Hotel, Brighton, EnglandScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
28 Win 27–1 James Pritchard TKO 1 (10) 2:00 5 Aug 1995 Manuel Lujan Building, Albuquerque, New Mexico, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
27 Win 26–1 Nikolay Kulpin UD 10 1 Apr 1995 Superbowl, Sun City, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
26 Win 25–1 Garing Lane PTS 8 24 Sep 1994 Wembley Arena, London, EnglandScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
25 Win 24–1 Carlos de León TKO 1 (10), 0:49Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 13 Aug 1994 Convention Hall, Atlantic City, New Jersey, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
24 Loss 23–1 Nate Tubbs KO 2 (10), 1:26Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 21 May 1994 Carousel Casino, Hammanskraal, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
23 Win 23–0 Mike Williams KO 1 (10), 2:58Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 19 Mar 1994 Carousel Casino, Hammanskraal, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
22 Win 22–0 Marshall Tillman TKO 6 (10) 5 Feb 1994 The Aladdin, Paradise, Nevada, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
21 Win 21–0 Levi Billups KO 1 (10) 6 Nov 1993 Superbowl, Sun City, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
20 Win 20–0 George Stephens TKO 1 (10) 4 Sep 1993 The Aladdin, Paradise, Nevada, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
19 Win 19–0 Bert Cooper TKO 3 (10), 1:26Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 6 Jun 1993 Resorts Casino Hotel, Atlantic City, New Jersey, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
18 Win 18–0 Matthew Brooks TKO 1 (10), 2:00Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 17 Apr 1993 ARCO Arena, Sacramento, California, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
17 Win 17–0 Johnny Nelson UD 10 24 Oct 1992 Morula Sun, Mabopane, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
16 Win 16–0 Mike Evans UD 10 22 Aug 1992 Superbowl, Sun City, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
15 Win 15–0 Mike Dixon PTS 8 9 May 1992 The Mirage, Paradise, Nevada, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
14 Win 14–0 Anthony Wade UD 10 22 Feb 1992 Superbowl, Sun City, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
13 Win 13–0 Art Card TKO 1 (10) 23 Nov 1991 Superbowl, Sun City, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
12 Win 12–0 Mike Rouse UD 10 28 Sep 1991 Superbowl, Sun City, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
11 Win 11–0 Johnny DuPlooy KO 1 (12) 27 Jul 1991 Superbowl, Sun City, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won vacant South African heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
10 Win 10–0 Steve Gee TKO 4 (8), 1:05Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 6 Apr 1991 Dolphin Centre, Darlington, EnglandScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
9 Win 9–0 Steve Zouski UD 8 8 Nov 1990 Biloxi, Mississippi, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
8 Win 8–0 Moses Mthama TKO 1 (6) 4 Aug 1990 Superbowl, Sun City, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
7 Win 7–0 Jorge Vilchis KO 1 (8) 23 May 1990 First National Bank Arena, Durban, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
6 Win 6–0 Weaver Qwabe TKO 1 (8) 29 Mar 1990 Portuguese Hall, Johannesburg, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
5 Win 5–0 Samson Mahlangu TKO 3 (6), 2:20Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 9 Sept 1989 Morula Sun, Mabopane, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
4 Win 4–0 Gideon Hlongwa TKO 3 (6), 2:15Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 5 Aug 1989 Superbowl, Sun City, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
3 Win 3–0 David Malatsi TKO 1 (4) 27 May 1989 Superbowl, Sun City, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
2 Win 2–0 Prince Tukane PTS 4 24 Apr 1989 Goodwood Showgrounds, Cape Town, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
1 Win 1–0 King Kong Dyubele TKO 1 (4) 2 Apr 1989 Good Hope Centre, Cape Town, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".

References

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  1. ↑ Christie, Matt (7 January 2016). "On This Day: Heavyweight hammer-fist Corrie Sanders born in 1966". Boxing News. Newsquest. Retrieved 28 June 2016.
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  6. ↑ a b Evans, Gavin (25 September 2012). "Corrie Sanders: Heavyweight world champion". The Independent. Retrieved 1 July 2017.
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