Francois Botha

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Francois "Frans" Botha (born 28 September 1968) is a South African former professional boxer and kickboxer. He competed in boxing from 1990 to 2014, and is perhaps best known for winning the IBF heavyweight title against Axel Schulz in 1995, but was later stripped after failing a drug test. He later challenged twice for world heavyweight titles in 2000 and 2002. Botha has competed against former Heavyweight Champions Mike Tyson, Lennox Lewis, Michael Moorer and Evander Holyfield late in their respective careers. Botha competed once in mixed martial arts in 2004.

Boxing career

Early career

Botha had a victory in 1995 against Germany's Axel Schulz to win the IBF heavyweight Championship, but later tested positive for the steroid nandrolone[1] he and his camp claimed to be prescribed by a doctor for an arm injury. The result of the fight was then changed to a "No Contest" and the IBF do not recognize Botha as former champion

In 1996, "The White Buffalo" bounced back with a courageous effort with Michael Moorer for the IBF crown on the undercard of Mike Tyson's first contest with Evander Holyfield. Moorer suffered a TKO in the twelfth round. This led to a fight with Mike Tyson on 16 January 1999, followed by Shannon Briggs, and heavyweight title showdowns with Lennox Lewis and Wladimir Klitschko. Botha came up on the short end via knockout in both of those encounters for the heavyweight title.

Four months after the Klitschko fight, Botha fought contender Clifford Etienne, and knocked him down twice, but was denied a victory and received a majority draw with two judges scoring it 94–94 and one judge scoring it 95–93 in favor of Botha. This was in Etienne's hometown.

Comeback

In July 2007, Botha returned to boxing with a unanimous decision victory over Bob Mirovic in a fight held in South Africa. Botha dominated the fight with two judges holding Botha won all twelve rounds and one judge ruling he won ten of twelve. The bout was for the interim WBF World Heavyweight title.

On 6 February 2009, Botha beat Ron "Rocky" Guerrero by unanimous decision for the vacant WBF heavyweight title in South Africa. He successfully defended his WBF title against Timo Hoffmann on 15 May 2009 in Germany, winning the fight by split decision.

Botha was scheduled to box Joey Abell on 27 March 2010 (postponed from the earlier date of 16 January 2010) at the Uganda Nelson Mandela Memorial Stadium in Kampala, Uganda.[2][3][4] On 10 January, the World Boxing Foundation executive has decided to vacate the WBF World Heavyweight Title due to Botha not defending within the agreed time limit.

On 10 April 2010 Botha lost via knockout in the 8th round to Evander Holyfield at the Thomas and Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. Holyfield won the WBF heavyweight title for his victory.

Since then, Botha has won against former undefeated South African prospect Flo Simba. He then fought Michael Grant for the vacant WBF heavyweight title and was leading on the scorecards when he was knocked out with a long right hand from Grant with seconds remaining in the contest.[5] Two fights later, Botha fought Francesco Pianeta, who was undefeated in 29 fights, losing the 10 round bout on points.

He was due to fight New Zealand dual-international Sonny Bill Williams in Brisbane on 24 November 2012. However, the fight was cancelled and moved to February. Finally the Williams fight did take place in Brisbane. However, only 10 out of a publicised 12 rounds were fought. Bout judges awarded the fight to the New Zealand Champion on points. Since that night in Brisbane there has been a lot of talk in the media, ranging from a failed drugs test, to no drugs testing at all, no WBA official present at the bout, and one fight judge stated that the first he heard about the fight being 10 rounds was from the arena announcer. However, despite all the media speculation, the WBA has confirmed that the fight was legitimate and Williams the recognised International heavyweight title-holder.[6]

Kickboxing and mixed martial arts career

From 2003 to 2006 Botha participated several times in the kickboxing combat sport, K-1. His current K-1 record is 4-11, with two wins coming against K-1/Kickboxing legends Jérôme Le Banner and Peter Aerts. Botha's final K-1 match was a three-round decision loss to Jorgen Kruth on 20 May 2006 in a K-1 superfight in Stockholm, Sweden.

Botha also had one mixed martial arts fight. On 31 December 2004 he lost to Yoshihiro Akiyama via an armbar submission in the first round.

On 14 October, Botha beat Espedito Da Silva by KO at K-1 Rules Africa Bomba-Yaa 2006.

Botha made a return to kickboxing in 2008. On 30 March 2008, Botha defeated muay thai kickboxer Kaoklai Kaennorsing at The KHAN in Seoul, Korea by decision. He lost to French kickboxer "Le Gentleman" Gregory Tony at WFC 6 on 27 September 2008 in Bulgaria.

Professional boxing record

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No. Result Record Opponent Type Round, time Date Location Notes
63 Loss 48–11–3 (1)Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Andrzej Wawrzyk TKO 5 (10), 1:56Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 15 Mar 2014 Hotel Arłamów, Arłamów, PolandScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". For vacant Poland International heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
62 Loss 48–10–3 (1)Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Joseph Parker TKO 2 (8), 2:32Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 13 Jun 2013 The Trusts Arena, Auckland, New ZealandScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
61 Loss 48–9–3 (1)Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Sonny Bill Williams UD 10 8 Feb 2013 Entertainment Centre, Brisbane, AustraliaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". For vacant WBA International heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
60 Loss 48–8–3 (1)Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Francesco Pianeta UD 10 7 Sep 2012 RWE Rhein-Ruhr Sporthalle, Mülheim, GermanyScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
59 Loss 48–7–3 (1)Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Carlos Takam TKO 11 (12) 31 Mar 2012 Gymnase Jean Richepin, Noisy-le-Grand, FranceScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". For WBO Africa and vacant WBF (Federation) International heavyweight titlesScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
58 Loss 48–6–3 (1)Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Michael Grant KO 12 (12), 2:23Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 19 Nov 2011 Montecasino, Johannesburg, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". For WBF (Federation) heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
57 Win 48–5–3 (1)Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Flo Simba TKO 6 (10), 2:50Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 4 Jun 2011 Emperor's Palace, Kempton Park, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
56 Loss 47–5–3 (1)Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Evander Holyfield TKO 8 (12), 0:55Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 10 Apr 2010 Thomas & Mack Center, Paradise, Nevada, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". For vacant WBF (Federation) heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
55 Template:DrawDraw 47–4–3 (1)Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Pedro Carrión MD 12 24 Oct 2009 Anhalt Arena, Dessau, GermanyScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". For vacant WBF (Federation) heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
54 Win 47–4–2 (1)Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Timo Hoffmann SD 12 15 May 2009 Bördelandhalle, Magdeburg, GermanyScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Retained WBF (Foundation) heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
53 Win 46–4–2 (1)Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Ron Guerrero UD 12 6 Feb 2009 Tlokwe Banquet Hall, Potchefstroom, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won vacant WBF (Foundation) heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
52 Win 45–4–2 (1)Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Bob Mirovic UD 12 6 Jul 2007 Carousel Casino, Hammanskraal, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won vacant WBF (Foundation) interim heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
51 Template:DrawDraw 44–4–2 (1)Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Clifford Etienne MD 10 27 Jul 2002 New Orleans Arena, New Orleans, Louisiana, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
50 Loss 44–4–1 (1)Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Wladimir Klitschko TKO 8 (12), 0:47Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 16 Mar 2002 Hanns-Martin-Schleyer-Halle, Stuttgart, GermanyScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". For WBO heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
49 Win 44–3–1 (1)Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Russell Chasteen TKO 3 (10), 1:36Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 13 Jul 2001 Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa, Rancho Mirage, California, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
48 Win 43–3–1 (1)Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". David Bostice UD 10 5 Jun 2001 Fremont Street Experience, Las Vegas, Nevada, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
47 Win 42–3–1 (1)Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Joey Guy KO 1 (10), 2:40Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 16 Mar 2001 The Orleans, Paradise, Nevada, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
46 Win 41–3–1 (1)Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Tony LaRosa TKO 1 (10), 2:56Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 2 Nov 2000 Washington, D.C., USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
45 Loss 40–3–1 (1)Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Lennox Lewis TKO 2 (12), 2:39Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 15 Jul 2000 London Arena, London, EnglandScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". For WBC, IBF, and IBO heavyweight titlesScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
44 Win 40–2–1 (1)Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Steve Pannell TKO 1 (10), 2:08Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 8 Jan 2000 University Arena, Albuquerque, New Mexico, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
43 Template:DrawDraw 39–2–1 (1)Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Shannon Briggs MD 10 7 Aug 1999 Etess Arena, Atlantic City, New Jersey, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
42 Loss 39–2 (1)Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Mike Tyson KO 5 (10), 2:59Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 16 Jan 1999 MGM Grand Garden Arena, Las Vegas, Nevada, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
41 Win 39–1 (1)Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". David Cherry TKO 1 (10), 2:38Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 26 Jun 1998 Boone County Fairgrounds, Kansas City, Missouri, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
40 Win 38–1 (1)Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Stan Johnson KO 1 (10), 0:27Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 24 Apr 1998 County Fairgrounds, Dubuque, Iowa, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
39 Win 37–1 (1)Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Lee Gilbert UD 12 21 Jun 1997 USF Sun Dome, Tampa, Florida, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Retained WBA–NABA heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
38 Win 36–1 (1)Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". James Stanton KO 10 (12), 3:00Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 10 May 1997 Convention Center, Coconut Grove, Florida, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won vacant WBA–NABA heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
37 Loss 35–1 (1)Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Michael Moorer TKO 12 (12), 1:18Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 9 Nov 1996 MGM Grand Garden Arena, Las Vegas, Nevada, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". For IBF heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
36 NC 35–0 (1)Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Axel Schulz SD 12 9 Dec 1995 Hanns-Martin-Schleyer-Halle, Stuttgart, GermanyScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Vacant IBF heavyweight title at stake;
Originally SD win for Botha, later ruled NC after he failed a drug testScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
35 Win 35–0 Willie Jake UD 8 8 Apr 1995 Caesars Palace, Paradise, Nevada, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
34 Win 34–0 Brian Sargent TKO 1 (10) 17 Mar 1995 Memorial Auditorium, Worcester, Massachusetts, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
33 Win 33–0 Bill Corrigan TKO 1 (10), 0:41Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 7 Mar 1995 War Memorial Auditorium, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
32 Win 32–0 Ken Lakusta KO 1 (10) 17 Dec 1994 Coliseo General Rumiñahui, Quito, EcuadorScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
31 Win 31–0 Phil Scott RTD 6 (10), 3:00Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 2 Jul 1994 The Mirage, Paradise, Nevada, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
30 Win 30–0 Martin Foster TKO 1 (10), 1:37Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 21 May 1994 Kings Hall, Belfast, Northern IrelandScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
29 Win 29–0 Craig Payne RTD 7 (10) 30 Oct 1993 Nasrec Indoor Arena, Johannesburg, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
28 Win 28–0 John Morton TKO 3 (10) 1 Oct 1993 ARCO Arena, Sacramento, California, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
27 Win 27–0 Ron Goodwin KO 4 (10) 25 Jun 1993 Phoenix, Arizona, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
26 Win 26–0 Calvin Jones TKO 2 (10) 15 Jun 1993 Denison, Texas, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
25 Win 25–0 Billy Wright TKO 5 (8), 2:33Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 16 Jan 1993 Convention Center, Reno, Nevada, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
24 Win 24–0 Artie Hooks KO 1 (8) 19 Nov 1992 Days Inn South, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
23 Win 23–0 Mike Jones KO 1 (8) 19 Nov 1992 Days Inn South, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
22 Win 22–0 Russell Rierson KO 1 (8) 19 Nov 1992 Days Inn South, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
21 Win 21–0 Jimmy Bills UD 8 7 Oct 1992 Amarillo, Texas, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
20 Win 20–0 Russell Rierson KO 5 (8) 29 Sep 1992 Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
19 Win 19–0 Mike Hunter MD 8 22 Sep 1992 County Coliseum, El Paso, Texas, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
18 Win 18–0 David Martin KO 3 (8) 18 Jul 1992 Civic Assembly Center, Muskogee, Oklahoma, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
17 Win 17–0 Ken Jackson UD 8 4 Jul 1992 Dallas, Texas, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
16 Win 16–0 Ron Ackerson KO 3 (8) 12 Jun 1992 Central Plaza Hotel, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
15 Win 15–0 Marion Wilson PTS 8 29 May 1992 Amarillo, Texas, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
14 Win 14–0 Ron Ackerson KO 3 (8) 7 May 1992 Westin Hotel, Tulsa, Oklahoma, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
13 Win 13–0 Tim Tomashek PTS 10 15 Nov 1991 ARCO Arena, Sacramento, California, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
12 Win 12–0 Ginger Tshabalala SD 6 30 Sep 1991 Nasrec Indoor Arena, Johannesburg, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
11 Win 11–0 Siza Makathini SD 10 18 Aug 1991 Nasrec Indoor Arena, Johannesburg, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won Transvaal heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
10 Win 10–0 Shaun Ayers UD 10 30 Jun 1991 Nasrec Indoor Arena, Johannesburg, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
9 Win 9–0 Rick Rice KO 3 (8) 18 Feb 1991 Voortrekkerhoogte, Pretoria, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
8 Win 8–0 Gideon Hlongwa PTS 6 27 Jan 1991 Good Hope Centre, Cape Town, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
7 Win 7–0 Leander Collins KO 2 (8) 22 Sep 1990 International Convention Center, Brownsville, Texas, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
6 Win 6–0 Andre Smiley KO 2 (8) 11 Sep 1990 Central Plaza Hotel, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
5 Win 5–0 Kevin Denson PTS 6 25 Aug 1990 Civic Center, Lewiston, Maine, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
4 Win 4–0 Elvis Franks UD 4 23 Jun 1990 Dallas, Texas, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
3 Win 3–0 Joe Adams UD 4 27 Apr 1990 Point Cadet Plaza, Biloxi, Mississippi, USScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
2 Win 2–0 Themba Msweli PTS 4 9 Apr 1990 University Arena, Pretoria, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
1 Win 1–0 Johan Van Zyl KO 1 (4) 11 Feb 1990 Portuguese Hall, Johannesburg, South AfricaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".

Kickboxing record

4 Wins, 12 Losses
Date Result Opponent Event Method Round Time
21 November 2015 Loss Template:Flagicon Asihati Kunlun Fight 34, Shenzhen, China[7] Decision 3 3:00
27 September 2008 Loss Template:Flagicon Gregory Tony WFC 6, Sofia, Bulgaria Decision 3 3:00
30 March 2008 Win Template:Flagicon Kaoklai Kaennorsing The Khan 1, Seoul, Korea Decision 3 3:00
14 October 2006 Win Template:Flagicon Espedito Da Silva K-1 Rules Africa Bomba-Yaa 2006 KO (strikes) 2 N/A
20 May 2006 Loss Template:Flagicon Jorgen Kruth K-1 Scandinavia GP in Stockholm Decision 3 3:00
5/03/2006 Loss Template:Flagicon Ray Sefo K-1 WGP 2005 in Auckland Decision 3 3:00
23 September 2005 Loss Template:Flagicon Musashi K-1 2005 WGP Final Elimination Decision 3 3:00
13 August 2005 Loss Template:Flagicon Mighty Mo K-1 2005 in Las Vegas II TKO (strikes) 1 1:20
4/12/2004 Loss Template:Flagicon Remy Bonjasky K-1 2004 WGP Final Decision 3 3:00
4/12/2004 Win Template:Flagicon Peter Aerts K-1 2004 WGP Final TKO (leg injury) 1 1:13
25 September 2004 Win Template:Flagicon Jérôme Le Banner K-1 2004 WGP Final Elimination Forfeit (injury) 3 N/A
6/05/2004 Loss Template:Flagicon Remy Bonjasky K-1 WGP in Nagoya Decision 3 3:00
27 March 2004 Loss Template:Flagicon Aziz Khattou K-1 WGP in Saitama Decision 3 3:00
31 December 2003 Loss Template:Flagicon Yusuke Fujimoto Dynamite!! Decision 3 3:00
6/12/2003 Loss Template:Flagicon Cyril Abidi K-1 2003 WGP Final Decision 3 3:00
11/09/2003 Loss Template:Flagicon Cyril Abidi K-1 2003 WGP Final Elimination DQ 1 0:19

Mixed martial arts record

Template:MMArecordbox Template:MMA record start |- |style="background: #FFE3E3; color: black; vertical-align: middle; text-align: center; " class="table-no2" |Loss |align=center|0–1 |Yoshihiro Akiyama |Submission (armbar) |K-1 PREMIUM 2004 Dynamite!! |Template:Dts |align=center|1 |align=center|1:54 |Osaka, Japan | |-

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References

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External links

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  6. ↑ Boxing: Nasser blamed for confusion over fight, by Patrick McKendry, nzherald.co.nz, dated 7 March 2013.
  7. ↑ Kunlun Fight 34: Asihati pobijedio Fransa BothuTemplate:In lang
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