Jimmy Thunder

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Template:Short description Template:Use dmy dates Template:Use New Zealand English Script error: No such module "Template wrapper".Script error: No such module "Check for clobbered parameters". Ti'a James Senio Peau (3 February 1966 – 13 February 2020), known professionally as Jimmy Thunder, was a Samoan-born New Zealand professional boxer who held the IBO heavyweight title from 1994 to 1995. He held multiple regional heavyweight titles, including the OPBF title from 1989 to 1991 and the Australian title twice between 1992 and 1994.

Early life

During his early life and amateur career, Thunder was known as Jimmy Peau.[1] His mother is from the village of Fasitoouta, and his father is from the village of Falelatai. Thunder was born third out of six siblings. While born in Apia, he grew up in Auckland, New Zealand.[2]

He went to school at Onehunga High School in Auckland. His friend introduced Thunder to Gerry Preston. Preston took on the young Samoan into his boxing gym in Mangere Bridge.[1] In his early amateur days, Thunder became the first Samoan-born fighter to win a gold medal in the heavyweight division, representing New Zealand at the 1986 Commonwealth Games in Edinburgh, Scotland. He defeated Dougie Young in his hometown by unanimous decision. It was one of the nine gold medals won for New Zealand in that year. As an amateur he had 89 fights, finishing his amateur career with 83-6 record.

Career

Thunder turned pro in 1988, after being omitted from New Zealand's Seoul Olympic Games team. He changed his surname from Peau to Thunder in 1989 at the suggestion of his manager at the time, Jack Rennie.[1] Later in his professional career he also fought under the name James Thunder.[3] Among his notable victories are wins over Tony Tubbs, Craig Peterson, Trevor Berbick, and Tim Witherspoon. On the 18 March 1997 edition of the USA Network's Tuesday Night Fights he knocked out Crawford Grimsley with his first punch, scoring the fastest knockout in history at 13 seconds, including the count of 10, which was not even begun, so it lasted 3 seconds, during the quick walk from his corner to the ring centre, immediately throwing the first and only punch with his last step.[4] He finished his 49 fight career with 35 victories, 28 by knockout. Throughout his career he won regional titles including the Australian Heavyweight Champion twice as well as winning the lesser IBO and WBF Heavyweight titles.

Professional boxing record

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No. Result Record Opponent Type Round, time Date Location Notes
49 Loss 35–14 Colin Wilson UD 10 6 Dec 2002 State Netball and Hockey Centre, Melbourne, AustraliaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
48 Loss 35–13 Andre Purlette TKO 2 (10), 1:01Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 6 Jul 2001 Reno Hilton, Reno, Nevada, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
47 Loss 35–12 Paea Wolfgramm TD 7 (10), 3:00Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 1 Apr 2001 Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
46 Win 35–11 James Lester TKO 1 (8), 2:09Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 9 Mar 2001 Reno Hilton, Reno, Nevada, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
45 Loss 34–11 Charles Shufford RTD 8 (10), 3:00Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 7 Sep 2000 Teamsters Union Hall, Baltimore, Maryland, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
44 Loss 34–10 Monte Barrett TKO 7 (10), 0:52Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 24 Feb 2000 Hammerstein Ballroom, Manhattan, New York, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
43 Win 34–9 Eli Dixon TKO 2 (10), 3:00Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 18 Nov 1999 Spotlight 29 Casino, Coachella, California, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
42 Win 33–9 Tim Witherspoon UD 10 7 Apr 1998 Harrah's Cherokee, Cherokee, North Carolina, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
41 Loss 32–9 Chris Byrd TKO 9 (10), 1:07Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 13 Dec 1997 Foxwoods Resort Casino, Mashantucket, Connecticut, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
40 Loss 32–8 Maurice Harris KO 7 (10), 2:44Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 20 May 1997 Medieval Times, Lyndhurst, New Jersey, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
39 Win 32–7 Crawford Grimsley KO 1 (10), 0:13Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 18 Mar 1997 IMA Sports Arena, Flint, Michigan, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Record knockout on first punch recorded in 1.5 secondsScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
38 Loss 31–7 John Ruiz SD 12 14 Jan 1997 Hale Arena, Kansas City, Missouri, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". For vacant NABF heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
37 Win 31–6 Quinn Navarre KO 4 (10), 1:38Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 8 Oct 1996 IMA Sports Arena, Flint, Michigan, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
36 Win 30–6 William Morris TKO 10 (10), 0:50Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 8 Oct 1996 IMA Sports Arena, Flint, Michigan, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
35 Win 29–6 Will Hinton KO 7 (10), 1:05Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 27 Feb 1996 Casino Magic, Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
34 Win 28–6 Melvin Foster TKO 8 (10), 1:57Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 3 Oct 1995 Foxwoods Resort Casino, Mashantucket, Connecticut, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
33 Win 27–6 Ray Anis TKO 7 (12), 2:56Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 8 Aug 1995 Spotlight 29 Casino, Coachella, California, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Retained IBO heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
32 Loss 26–6 Franco Wanyama SD 10 16 Jul 1995 Cobo Center, Detroit, Michigan, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
31 Win 26–5 Bomani Parker TKO 1 (10), 2:36Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 17 Jun 1995 MGM Grand Las Vegas, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
30 Win 25–5 Daniel Dăncuță TKO 2 (10), 2:52Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 9 May 1995 Aladdin Theatre for the Performing Arts, Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
29 Win 24–5 Trevor Berbick UD 12 17 Mar 1995 Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, Prior Lake, Minnesota, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won vacant WBC Continental Americas heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
28 Win 23–5 Tony Tubbs MD 12 6 Dec 1994 The Palace of Auburn Hills, Auburn Hills, Michigan, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Retained IBO heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
27 Win 22–5 Richard Mason UD 12 29 Oct 1994 Resorts Casino Hotel, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won vacant IBO heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
26 Win 21–5 Ed Donaldson TKO 2 (10), 2:52Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 27 Sep 1994 Casino Magic, Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
25 Win 20–5 Marion Wilson UD 10 1 Sep 1994 Convention Center, Albuquerque, New Mexico, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
24 Win 19–5 Juan Ramón Perez TKO 2 (10) 3 Aug 1994 Tingley Coliseum, Albuquerque, New Mexico, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
23 Win 18–5 Don Mackay TKO 1 (12), 2:35Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 18 Mar 1994 ABCOS Stadium, Adelaide, AustraliaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Retained Australian heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
22 Loss 17–5 Johnny Nelson UD 12 19 Nov 1993 Mount Smart Stadium, Auckland, New ZealandScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Lost WBF (Federation) heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
21 Win 17–4 Mitieli Navuilawa KO 1 (10) 9 Oct 1993 National Indoor Stadium, Suva, FijiScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
20 Win 16–4 Melton Bowen TKO 5 (12) 23 Jul 1993 Sheraton Breakwater Casino Hotel, Townsville, AustraliaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won vacant WBF (Federation) heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
19 Win 15–4 David Ravu Ravu KO 2 (10) 17 Jun 1993 Central Coast Leagues Club, Sydney, AustraliaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
18 Loss 14–4 Henry Akinwande PTS 12 18 Mar 1993 Broadway Theatre, London, United KingdomScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". For vacant Commonwealth heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
17 Win 14–3 Aisea Nama KO 2 (10) 30 Jun 1992 Apia, SamoaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
16 Win 13–3 Craig Petersen UD 12 14 Jun 1992 ASB Stadium, Auckland, New ZealandScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won Australian and Australasian heavyweight titlesScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
15 Win 12–3 Young Haumona PTS 12 6 Dec 1991 Lumpini Stadium, Auckland, New ZealandScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won IBF Pan Pacific heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
14 Loss 11–3 Craig Petersen UD 12 4 Nov 1991 Festival Hall, Melbourne, AustraliaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". For vacant Australian heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
13 Win 11–2 Aisea Nama KO 7 (10) 24 Aug 1991 Prince Charles Park, Nadi, FijiScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Retained OPBF heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
12 Loss 10–2 Derek Williams TKO 2 (12) 1 May 1991 York Hall, London, United KingdomScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". For Commonwealth heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
11 Win 10–1 Rocky Salanoa KO 1 (10), 2:45Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 16 Nov 1990 Festival Hall, Melbourne, AustraliaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
10 Loss 9–1 Mike Hunter KO 4 (10) 14 Aug 1990 Festival Hall, Melbourne, AustraliaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
9 Win 9–0 J. B. Williamson TKO 10 (10), 2:47Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 14 Jul 1990 Jupiters Hotel & Casino, Gold Coast, AustraliaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
8 Win 8–0 Mark Lee KO 1 (10), 1:22Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 1 May 1990 Melbourne Showgrounds, Melbourne, AustraliaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
7 Win 7–0 Mauricio Villegas TKO 4 (12) 24 Feb 1990 Melbourne Showgrounds, Melbourne, AustraliaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won vacant WBC International heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
6 Win 6–0 Bernardo Mercado TKO 1 (10), 1:27Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 8 Dec 1989 Melbourne Showgrounds, Melbourne, AustraliaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
5 Win 5–0 August Tanuvasa TKO 5 (12), 2:21Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 20 Oct 1989 Melbourne Showgrounds, Melbourne, AustraliaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won vacant OPBF heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
4 Win 4–0 Andre Van den Oetelaar TKO 3 (10) 1 Sep 1989 Melbourne Showgrounds, Melbourne, AustraliaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
3 Win 3–0 Mosese Vilia KO 1 (10), 1:18Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 14 Jul 1989 Melbourne Showgrounds, Melbourne, AustraliaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
2 Win 2–0 Kevin Barry KO 2 (10) 13 May 1989 Silverdome, Launceston, AustraliaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
1 Win 1–0 Niko Degei TKO 4 (6) 8 Apr 1989 National Tennis Centre, Melbourne, AustraliaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Professional debutScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".

Personal life

After retirement in 2003, it was reported Peau was in financial debt. The Sunday Star-Times discovered he had been living homeless in Sunset Park near Las Vegas. World Boxing Hall of Fame inductee, Thell Torrance reported Peau would ask for handouts and turn up to boxing gyms, offering himself for sparring work and was often turned down due to poor conditioning.[5] It was later revealed by close family he was given casual laboring work in a rehab centre run by Native Americans and became a personal trainer and part-time bodyguard.[6]

Peau married his second wife, Iris Whitemagpie, a Native American in 2008. The two met in 2006 and got married at Whitemagpie's reservation in Arizona in a cultural ceremony. He had three children in New Zealand, from his first marriage.[7] His eldest son, Louis, was selected for the Samoa national rugby league team to play an Australian selection side in 2010. He also represented the Mt Albert Lions at domestic level, playing at Template:Rlp.[8]

Peau was arrested and charged for battery and substantial bodily harm after an altercation at a Las Vegas street party. He was released from the Southern Desert Correctional Center, north of Las Vegas, to US immigration, after his case was considered by an Immigration Court, seeing Peau in threat of being deported to New Zealand. Peau also had previous immigration issues, after being held by US immigration authorities three years prior until Whitemagpie paid a bond for his release after it was discovered he did not hold a US green card.[9]

Peau died in his sleep in Auckland on 13 February 2020, following brain surgery.[2]

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Sporting positions

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Vacant
Title last held by
Mark Saris 		OPBF heavyweight champion
20 October 1989 – 8 May 1992
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Justin Fortune

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New title WBC International heavyweight champion
24 February 1990 – 21 January 1992
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Herbie Hide
New title IBF Pan Pacific heavyweight champion
6 December 1991 – 3 November 2000
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Kali Meehan
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14 June 1992 – 26 March 1995
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Vince Cervi
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14 June 1992 – 25 September 1993
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Craig Petersen

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Riddick Bowe 		WBC Continental Americas heavyweight champion
17 March 1995 – 21 July 1995
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Jeremy Williams

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Lawrence Carter 		WBF (Federation) heavyweight champion
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Danell Nicholson 		IBO heavyweight champion
29 Oct 1994 – 12 January 1996
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Brian Nielsen

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