Malik Scott
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Dohonna Malik Scott (born October 16, 1980) is an American boxing trainer and former professional boxer who competed from 2000 to 2016.
Amateur career
Scott started boxing at the age of 11 and had a stellar amateur career. In 1997, he won the Junior Olympics Championships and the "Under-19" Junior World Championships. Scott also won the American Boxing Classic title in 1998.
He won the National AAU Heavyweight Championship in 1999 defeating world champ Michael Bennett and Jason Estrada in the process. In 2000 he beat DaVarryl Williamson and Malcolm Tann but lost to Estrada at the trials and then Bennett in the Olympic box-offs and therefore did not qualify. His record was 70–3.
Professional career
Early career
Scott turned professional in 2000 and has only three defeats to his name. His wins include former amateur star Terry McGroom and journeymen David Bostice and Louis Monaco, he took a big step up in early 2007 and defeated former contender Charles Shufford.
Return to the ring
He did not fight between December 2008 and the beginning of 2012, due to a bicep injury. He has since recovered from the injury and made a comeback in early 2012.[1][2] Scott was under the tuition of boxing Hall of Fame trainer Jesse Reid until 2014 when the pair split because Scott believed Father Time was catching up with Reid, Scott then reunited with his former amateur coach, Fred Jenkins. Scott is promoted by Goossen-Tutor.[3][4] Scott was scheduled to fight on the Paul Williams vs. Nobuhiro Ishida undercard at the American Bank Center, Corpus Christi, Texas. The fight took place on February 18, 2012. The opponent was heavyweight journeyman Kendrick Releford.[5] It marked Scott's first return to the boxing ring, more than three years after his last fight. It was the second time Scott faced Releford in his career, as they fought back in January 2006. As the case for their first fight, Scott won by unanimous decision.
Scott's second fight in 2012 was on June 23, 2012 at Sportsmen's Lodge, Studio City, California. He faced off against the Mexican heavyweight boxer, Alvaro Morales. Scott won by a unanimous decision. He won by 60–54 on all three scorecards.[6] Scott then fought on the undercard of Andre Ward vs. Chad Dawson on September 8, 2012 at the Oracle Arena, Oakland, California. It was against Tongan heavyweight contender Bowie Tupou. Scott won the fight by an 8-round TKO.[7]
Career from 2013–2016
Scott vs. Glazkov
On January 10, 2013 it was announced that Scott would face off against unbeaten heavyweight contender Vyacheslav Glazkov. The fight took place on February 23, 2013 and ended in a draw, the first blemish on Scott's record.
Scott vs. Chisora
On July 20, 2013 Scott fought Derek Chisora for the vacant WBO International Heavyweight title. The fight took place at the Wembley Arena in London, England and Scott suffered his first defeat, a sixth round knockout. Having been floored, he waited until the referee counted to nine to get up, but was adjudged to have been counted out in the act of rising.[8]
Scott vs. Wilder
On January 24, 2014 Scott beat Grover Young by a stoppage in the second round, before getting knocked out in the first round by Deontay Wilder on March 15, 2014. There was speculation that Scott had taken a dive against Wilder, but Scott denied this.[9]
Scott vs. Leapai
In his next fight, Scott fought Alex Leapai. Scott secured the win via unanimous decision, winning 100-90, 99-91 and 98-92 on the scorecards.[10]
Scott vs. Thompson
Scott then fought crafty southpaw veteran and somewhat of a gatekeeper, Tony Thompson, on October 30, 2015. The fight was scheduled for ten rounds and Scott went on to win the fight via unanimous decision despite being knocked down in the ninth round.[11]
Scott vs. Ortiz
On November 12, 2016 he fought Cuban boxer Luis Ortiz in Monaco. Despite claiming to have a perfect camp, the bout was largely uneventful and disappointing. Scott was on the backfoot for most of the fight and seemed completely unwilling to engage with Ortiz. British commentator Adam Smith lamented the bout as "the worst I have seen in many years". Matchroom promoter Eddie Hearn was also visibly disappointed after the bout and claimed that "Scott didn't do us any favors tonight". The official scorecards were 120–105, 120–106, and 119–106 all in favor of Ortiz.[12][13]
Life after boxing
Scott became the new head coach for Deontay Wilder in 2021.[14] Their first fight working together was Wilder's eleventh-round knockout loss in his trilogy fight against undefeated WBC and The Ring champion Tyson Fury, the latter of whom Scott had previously sparred with, when Scott had his eardrum busted by Fury.[15]
Scott became the new head coach for Gerald Washington in 2023.[16] Their first fight working together was Washington's ten-round decision loss in his fight against former two-time world heavyweight title challenger Derek Chisora, the latter of whom Scott had previously fought with, when Scott lost his undefeated professional record against Chisora.[17]
Scott became the new assistant coach for Gilberto Ramírez in 2024.[18]
Personal life
In December 2023, it was revealed that Scott was in a relationship with British sports broadcaster Kate Abdo, whom he had previously been pictured training with in September 2023.[19][20] In March 2024, the pair went public with their relationship on Instagram.[21] They married in September 2024.[22]
Professional boxing record
| No. | Result | Record | Opponent | Type | Round, time | Date | Location | Notes |
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| 42 | Loss | 38–3–1 | Luis Ortiz | UD | 12 | Nov 12, 2016 | Salle des Etoiles, Monte Carlo, MonacoScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | For vacant WBA Inter-Continental heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". |
| 41 | Win | 38–2–1 | Tony Thompson | UD | 10 | Oct 30, 2015 | The Venue at UCF, Orlando, Florida, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | |
| 40 | Win | 37–2–1 | Alex Leapai | UD | 10 | Oct 31, 2014 | Logan Metro Sports Centre, Logan City, AustraliaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | |
| 39 | Loss | 36–2–1 | Deontay Wilder | KO | 1 (12), 1:36Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | Mar 15, 2014 | Coliseo Rubén Rodríguez, Bayamón, Puerto RicoScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | |
| 38 | Win | 36–1–1 | Grover Young | TKO | 2 (6), 1:51Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | Jan 24, 2014 | Little Creek Casino Resort, Shelton, Washington, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | |
| 37 | Loss | 35–1–1 | Derek Chisora | TKO | 6 (10), 2:56Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | Jul 20, 2013 | Wembley Arena, London, EnglandScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | For vacant WBO International heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". |
| 36 | Template:DrawDraw | 35–0–1 | Vyacheslav Glazkov | SD | 10 | Feb 23, 2013 | The Paramount, Huntington, New York, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | |
| 35 | Win | 35–0 | Bowie Tupou | TKO | 8 (8), 0:52Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | Sep 8, 2012 | Oracle Arena, Oakland, California, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | |
| 34 | Win | 34–0 | Alvaro Morales | UD | 6 | Jun 23, 2012 | Sportsmen's Lodge, Studio City, California, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | |
| 33 | Win | 33–0 | Kendrick Releford | UD | 8 | Feb 18, 2012 | American Bank Center, Corpus Christi, Texas, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | |
| 32 | Win | 32–0 | Raphael Butler | UD | 8 | Dec 13, 2008 | Morongo Casino Resort & Spa, Cabazon, California, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | |
| 31 | Win | 31–0 | Arthur Cook | TKO | 7 (8), 2:46Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | Jul 18, 2008 | Star of the Desert Arena, Primm, Nevada, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | |
| 30 | Win | 30–0 | Damian Norris | UD | 10 | Dec 11, 2007 | Crazy Horse Saloon, Miami, Florida, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | |
| 29 | Win | 29–0 | Sedreck Fields | UD | 4 | Jul 20, 2007 | Mahi Temple Shrine Auditorium, Miami, Florida, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | |
| 28 | Win | 28–0 | Charles Shufford | UD | 10 | May 4, 2007 | Pearl Concert Theater, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | |
| 27 | Win | 27–0 | Ramon Hayes | UD | 8 | Feb 22, 2007 | Tachi Palace Hotel & Casino, Lemoore, California, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | |
| 26 | Win | 26–0 | Andrew Greeley | UD | 8 | Dec 14, 2006 | Tachi Palace Hotel & Casino, Lemoore, California, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | |
| 25 | Win | 25–0 | Marcus McGee | UD | 8 | Jul 22, 2006 | Boardwalk Hall, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | |
| 24 | Win | 24–0 | Kendrick Releford | UD | 8 | Jan 28, 2006 | Boardwalk Hall, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | |
| 23 | Win | 23–0 | Dennis McKinney | UD | 6 | Nov 19, 2005 | Cricket Arena, Charlotte, North Carolina, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | |
| 22 | Win | 22–0 | Shane Swartz | UD | 8 | Apr 23, 2005 | Caesars Palace, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | |
| 21 | Win | 21–0 | David Bostice | UD | 8 | Jan 29, 2005 | Boardwalk Hall, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | |
| 20 | Win | 20–0 | Louis Monaco | UD | 8 | Nov 4, 2004 | AT&T Center, San Antonio, Texas, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | |
| 19 | Win | 19–0 | Drexie James | KO | 1 (6), 2:25Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | Aug 6, 2004 | National Guard Armory, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | |
| 18 | Win | 18–0 | Carlton Johnson | UD | 8 | Jul 26, 2003 | Grand Olympic Auditorium, Los Angeles, California, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | |
| 17 | Win | 17–0 | Otis Tisdale | UD | 8 | Jun 7, 2003 | Boardwalk Hall, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | |
| 16 | Win | 16–0 | Onebo Maxime | UD | 6 | Apr 4, 2003 | Fernwood Resort, Bushkill, Pennsylvania, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | |
| 15 | Win | 15–0 | Terry McGroom | TKO | 2 (8), 2:58Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | Feb 1, 2003 | Mohegan Sun Arena, Montville, Connecticut, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | |
| 14 | Win | 14–0 | Ken Murphy | UD | 8 | Oct 19, 2002 | Reliant Center, Houston, Texas, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | |
| 13 | Win | 13–0 | Bryan Blakely | TKO | 1 (8), 2:46Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | Aug 24, 2002 | Bally's, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | |
| 12 | Win | 12–0 | Lyle McDowell | RTD | 7 (8), 3:00Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | Jul 13, 2002 | Sam's Town Gambling Hall, Kansas City, Missouri, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | |
| 11 | Win | 11–0 | Dan Ward | UD | 8 | Jun 8, 2002 | The Pyramid, Memphis, Tennessee, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | |
| 10 | Win | 10–0 | Britton Thomas | KO | 1 (8), 2:01Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | Apr 27, 2002 | Mohegan Sun Arena, Montville, Connecticut, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | |
| 9 | Win | 9–0 | Curtis Taylor | TKO | 3 (8) | Mar 16, 2002 | Fernwood Hotel & Resort, Bushkill, Pennsylvania, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | |
| 8 | Win | 8–0 | Ramon Hayes | UD | 6 | Feb 2, 2002 | Bally's, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | |
| 7 | Win | 7–0 | Louis Monaco | SD | 6 | Oct 13, 2001 | Tropicana Casino & Resort, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | |
| 6 | Win | 6–0 | Ron Brown | TKO | 2 (6), 2:20Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | Aug 18, 2001 | Mohegan Sun Arena, Montville, Connecticut, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | |
| 5 | Win | 5–0 | Tracy Williams | UD | 4 | Jun 15, 2001 | The Blue Horizon, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | |
| 4 | Win | 4–0 | Robert Anderson | TKO | 2 (4), 2:23Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | May 19, 2001 | Mohegan Sun Arena, Montville, Connecticut, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | |
| 3 | Win | 3–0 | Maurice Wheeler | UD | 4 | Mar 16, 2001 | The Blue Horizon, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | |
| 2 | Win | 2–0 | Jackie Beard | TKO | 3 (4) | Feb 2, 2001 | Celeste Center, Columbus, Ohio, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | |
| 1 | Win | 1–0 | Tony Foster | TKO | 2 (4), 2:32Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". | Nov 10, 2000 | Mandalay Bay Events Center, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". |
Exhibition boxing record
| No. | Result | Record | Opponent | Type | Round, time | Date | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Loss | 0–1 | Sergei Kharitonov | SD | 6 | 18 Mar, 2022 | M1 Casino, Minsk, BelarusScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". |
References
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- ↑ Malik “King” Scott: Speaks About his Return To The Ring. pcradiolive.com (October 25, 2011).
- ↑ Malik Scott: "Queenpin Missed His Calling. He Should Have Been A Comedian". Fighthype (December 28, 2011). Retrieved on 2013-09-15.
- ↑ Jesse Reid: "Marquez Is Not A Real Challenger To Pacquiao Right Now". Fighthype (October 21, 2011). Retrieved on 2013-09-15.
- ↑ Malik Scott: "I Consider This Like My Pro Debut...Everything Is Reincarnated With Me". Fighthype (December 23, 2011). Retrieved on 2013-09-15.
- ↑ Boxing News | Malik Scott back in action. Fightnews.com (February 9, 2012). Retrieved on 2013-09-15.
- ↑ Kuhlenschmidt, Jack. (June 24, 2012) Ramos outpoints Esquivias in a spirited eight rounder | RingTV. Ringtv.craveonline.com. Retrieved on 2013-09-15.
- ↑ Malik Scott, Ricardo Williams Jr. Lawrence Win in Oakland – Boxing News. Boxingscene.com. Retrieved on 2013-09-15.
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