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Montell Julian Griffin (born June 6, 1970) is an American former professional boxer who competed from 1993 to 2011. He held the World Boxing Council (WBC) light heavyweight title in 1997. At regional level, he held multiple light heavyweight championships, including the NABF title twice between 1996 and 2003; and the USBA title from 2006 to 2007.

Early life

Montell Griffin was born June 6, 1970, in Chicago. By age 22, Griffin was living in Midway City, California and defeated Frank Vassar of Spokane, Washington in the 1992 U.S. Amateur Boxing Championships. He defeated future heavyweight contender Jeremy Williams at the box-offs, to make the 1992 Olympic team.[1]

Amateur career

Griffin compiled an amateur record of 36-5. He won the 1992 United States Amateur Light Heavyweight title.

At the 1992 Olympic Trials in Worcester, Massachusetts, Griffin was outpointed in the final by Jeremy Williams. However, at the Olympic Box-offs he outpointed Williams twice, to earn an Olympic bid at light-heavyweight. His Olympic results were:

  • France Mabiletsa (Botswana) won on points
  • Yo-Da Ko (South Korea) won on points
  • Torsten May (Germany) lost through controversial scoring of points whereby some of his points were credited to May

Professional career

Template:Main article Griffin, nicknamed "Ice," began his pro career in 1993. He rose to prominence when he defeated James Toney twice by controversial decisions in 1995 and 1996. The second victory over Toney earned Griffin a lucrative bout against WBC champion Roy Jones Jr.

Griffin vs. Jones Jr.

Template:Main article After his 1996 win over Toney, Griffin landed a shot at WBC light-heavyweight title holder Roy Jones Jr. Griffin handed Jones his first professional defeat via a disqualification. A frustrated Jones dropped Griffin with a series of hard and fast, head and body punches in round nine, and then hit him again twice on the head after Griffin had taken a knee on the canvas, leading to Jones's disqualification. They had an immediate rematch, and on August 21, Jones regained the WBC title by knocking out Griffin in the first round.

Rebuilding

After the loss to Jones, Griffin remained a top-ranked light-heavyweight for six years. He won 11 of his next 12 bouts, losing only a controversial split decision to undefeated but unknown southpaw Eric Harding, despite knocking him down and out-landing him according to punchstats.

Griffin vs. Michalczewski

Four consecutive knockout wins later, the now 38-2 Griffin squared off against 40-0 Lineal/WBO champion, Dariusz Michalczewski in Germany. The 29-year-old Griffin won the first three rounds on the cards but was cut by the 31-year-old Michalczewski's jab in the second round. In the fourth, Griffin was twice staggered, and took 14 unanswered shots to the head and gloves, which forced referee Joe Cortez to stop the bout.

Griffin vs. Tarver

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Later career

Now in his mid-thirties, a faded Griffin would go on to lose to Rico Hoye by split decision, Julio César González when the bout was stopped in the early goings on a technicality and sent to the scorecards, and Glen Johnson by TKO 11; all three were IBF eliminators. He also lost on points to Beibut Shumenov

Griffin compiled a very respectable resume over the course of his career: he has two wins over James Toney, a disqualification wins over Roy Jones Jr., and wins over contenders Ka-Dy King, Ray Lathon, Randall Yonker, Derrick Harmon and George Khalid Jones.

Professional boxing record

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No. Result Record Opponent Type Round, time Date Location Notes
59 Win 50–8–1 DeAndrey Abron UD 8 Aug 19, 2011 Horseshoe, Hammond, Indiana, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
58 Template:DrawDraw 49–8–1 Ross Thompson SD 10 May 29, 2010 Horseshoe, Hammond, Indiana, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
57 Loss 49–8 Beibut Shumenov UD 12 Aug 2, 2008 Stadium Khadjimukan, Shymkent, KazakhstanScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". For vacant WBC–ABCO and WBO Asia Pacific light heavyweight titlesScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
56 Win 49–7 Cory Cummings UD 10 Jun 20, 2008 Aragon Ballroom, Chicago, Illinois, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
55 Loss 48–7 Glen Johnson TKO 11 (12), 2:38Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". May 16, 2007 Hard Rock Live, Hollywood, Florida, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
54 Win 48–6 Norman Jones UD 12 Mar 31, 2006 Mohegan Sun Arena, Montville, Connecticut, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won vacant USBA light heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
53 Loss 47–6 Julio César González TD 6 (12), 1:11Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". May 5, 2005 Spa Resort Casino, Palm Springs, California, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Majority TD after González was cut from an accidental head clashScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
52 Win 47–5 Sam Reese UD 10 Feb 3, 2005 HP Pavilion, San Jose, California, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
51 Loss 46–5 Rico Hoye SD 12 Sep 16, 2004 Kewadin Casino, Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won IBA Continental light heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
50 Win 46–4 Thomas Reid UD 10 Jun 17, 2004 Harrah's, Laughlin, Nevada, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
49 Win 45–4 Willard Lewis RTD 4 (10), 3:00Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". May 22, 2004 Warnors Theatre, Fresno, California, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
48 Loss 44–4 Antonio Tarver UD 12 Apr 26, 2003 Foxwoods Resort Casino, Ledyard, Connecticut, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". For vacant WBC and IBF light heavyweight titlesScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
47 Win 44–3 George Khalid Jones UD 12 Nov 3, 2002 Table Mountain Rancheria, Friant, California, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won vacant WBC Continental Americas and NABF light heavyweight titlesScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
46 Win 43–3 Derrick Harmon UD 12 Jul 21, 2002 Table Mountain Casino, Friant, California, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won WBC Continental Americas light heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
45 Win 42–3 George Klinesmith TKO 1 (10), 1:29Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Feb 17, 2002 Stardust Resort and Casino, Winchester, Nevada, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
44 Win 41–3 Jesus Ruiz TD 10 (10) May 12, 2001 Palace Indian Gaming Center, Lemoore, California, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Split TD after an accidental head clashScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
43 Win 40–3 Ed Dalton TKO 6 (12), 2:16Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Mar 9, 2001 Hilton, Reno, Nevada, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won vacant WBC Continental Americas light heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
42 Win 39–3 Jose Luis Rivera UD 12 Apr 22, 2000 Tianhe Stadium, Guangzhou, ChinaScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won vacant IBC light heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
41 Loss 38–3 Dariusz Michalczewski TKO 4 (12), 2:59Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Aug 28, 1999 Stadthalle, Bremen, GermanyScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". For WBO light heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
40 Win 38–2 Tim Cooper TKO 3 (10), 2:25Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Jun 23, 1999 Ramada Inn, Rosemont, Illinois, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
39 Win 37–2 Danny Thomas TKO 5 (10), 1:39Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". May 25, 1999 50 Yard Line Bar and Grille, Harvey, Illinois, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
38 Win 36–2 Randall Yonker KO 3 (10) Feb 26, 1999 Sho-Ka-Wah Casino, Hopland, California, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
37 Win 35–2 Availeo Slate TKO 2 (10), 1:53Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Jan 26, 1999 50 Yard Line Bar and Grille, Harvey, Illinois, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
36 Loss 34–2 Eric Harding SD 12 Nov 13, 1998 Miccosukee Resort & Gaming, Miami, Florida, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". For vacant NABF light heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
35 Win 34–1 Eric Davis TKO 6 (10), 1:10Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Oct 2, 1998 Expo Center, Dolton, Illinois, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
34 Win 33–1 Randall Yonker TKO 3 (10), 1:20Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Aug 22, 1998 Horizon, Rosemont, Illinois, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
33 Win 32–1 Karl Willis TKO 3 (10), 2:59Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Jun 3, 1998 Coeur d'Alene Casino Resort Hotel, Worley, Idaho, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
32 Win 31–1 Kenny Lopez TKO 9 (10) Mar 28, 1998 Boardwalk Hall, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
31 Win 30–1 Thomas Reid UD 10 Feb 27, 1998 The Orleans, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
30 Win 29–1 Jesus Castaneda TKO 8 (10), 2:48Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Dec 26, 1997 The Orleans, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
29 Win 28–1 Vinson Durham UD 10 Nov 29, 1997 The Orleans, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
28 Loss 27–1 Roy Jones Jr. KO 1 (12), 2:31Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Aug 7, 1997 Foxwoods Resort Casino, Ledyard, Connecticut, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Lost WBC light heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
27 Win 27–0 Roy Jones Jr. DQ 9 (12), 2:27Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Mar 21, 1997 Etess Arena, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won WBC light heavyweight title;
Jones Jr. disqualified for hitting Griffin after a knockdownScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
26 Win 26–0 James Toney UD 12 Dec 6, 1996 Lawlor Events Center, Reno, Nevada, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won WBU light heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
25 Win 25–0 Russell Mitchell TKO 1 (10), 2:08Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Oct 18, 1996 Expo Center, Dolton, Illinois, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
24 Win 24–0 Melvin Wynn TKO 2 (10) Aug 28, 1996 Coeur d'Alene Casino Resort Hotel, Worley, Idaho, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
23 Win 23–0 Matthew Charleston TKO 11 (12), 2:14Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Jul 11, 1996 Madison Square Garden, New York City, New York, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won vacant NABF light heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
22 Win 22–0 Charles Scott TKO 4 (10) May 10, 1996 Madison Square Garden, New York City, New York, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
21 Win 21–0 Tony Golden KO 2 (10), 1:40Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Mar 29, 1996 Expo Center, Dolton, Illinois, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
20 Win 20–0 William Clayton KO 1 (10), 1:31Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Jan 26, 1996 Expo Center, Dolton, Illinois, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
19 Win 19–0 Ray Webb TKO 6 (10) Nov 29, 1995 Elephant and Castle Shopping Centre, London, EnglandScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
18 Win 18–0 John Mitchell TKO 2 (10) Oct 7, 1995 Convention Hall, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
17 Win 17–0 Hunter Clay KO 6 Sep 14, 1995 Battersea Town Hall, London, EnglandScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
16 Win 16–0 Tony Booth TKO 2 (10) Jun 4, 1995 York Hall, London, EnglandScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
15 Win 15–0 James Toney MD 12 Feb 18, 1995 MGM Grand Garden Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Won vacant IBF Inter-Continental light heavyweight titleScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
14 Win 14–0 Ray Lathon UD 12 Sep 12, 1994 Great Western Forum, Inglewood, California, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
13 Win 13–0 David Vedder UD 10 May 23, 1994 Great Western Forum, Inglewood, California, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
12 Win 12–0 Terry Collier TKO 6 Apr 26, 1994 Louisville, Kentucky, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
11 Win 11–0 Steve Brewer TKO 2 Jan 18, 1994 Civic Auditorium, Omaha, Nebraska, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
10 Win 10–0 Terrence Wright TKO 6 (8) Dec 6, 1993 Horizon, Rosemont, Illinois, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
9 Win 9–0 Terry Collier PTS 8 Nov 19, 1993 Union Hall, Countryside, Illinois, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
8 Win 8–0 Bobby Mack PTS 6 Sep 24, 1993 National Basketball Arena, Dublin, IrelandScript error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
7 Win 7–0 Ka-Dy King UD 6 Aug 27, 1993 Beverly Wilshire Hotel, Los Angeles, California, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
6 Win 6–0 Mike Garcia TKO 3 (6) Aug 13, 1993 Memorial Coliseum, Corpus Christi, Texas, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
5 Win 5–0 Ron Stringer TKO 3 Jun 25, 1993 Union Hall, Countryside, Illinois, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
4 Win 4–0 Donnie Penelton UD 6 Apr 26, 1993 Rosemont, Illinois, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
3 Win 3–0 Randy McGaugh KO 2 Apr 16, 1993 Lansing, Michigan, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
2 Win 2–0 Calvin Puckett TKO 2 (6) Mar 13, 1993 High School, Aurora, Illinois, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
1 Win 1–0 Jose Luis Ornelas TKO 2 Feb 16, 1993 McNichols Sports Arena, Denver, Colorado, U.S.Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".

Hall of Fame

With a record of 50-8 during his historic boxing career, Montell “Ice” Griffin was inducted into the Rochester Boxing Hall of Fame Class of ‘22 in October 2022, in Rochester, New York.[3]

References

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Sporting positions

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U.S. light heavyweight champion
1991 Template:S-ttl/check

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Vacant
Title last held by
Dariusz Michalczewski 		IBF Inter-Continental
light heavyweight champion
February 18, 1995 – July 1996
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Title next held by
Billy Lewis

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Vacant
Title last held by
Merqui Sosa 		NABF light heavyweight champion
July 11, 1996 – December 1996
Vacated Template:S-ttl/check 		Vacant
Title next held by
Michael Nunn

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Vacant
Title last held by
Derrick Harmon 		WBC Continental Americas
light heavyweight champion
March 9, 2001 – May 2001
Vacated Template:S-ttl/check 		Vacant
Title next held by
Arturo Rivera
Preceded byTemplate:S-bef/check WBC Continental Americas
light heavyweight champion
July 21, 2002 – October 2002
Vacated Template:S-ttl/check 		Vacant
Title next held by
Arturo Rivera

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Vacant
Title last held by
Arturo Rivera 		WBC Continental Americas
light heavyweight champion
November 3, 2002 – April 26, 2003
Lost bid for world title Template:S-ttl/check 		Vacant
Title next held by
Donnell Wiggins

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Vacant
Title last held by
Antonio Tarver 		NABF light heavyweight champion
November 3, 2002 – April 2003
Vacated Template:S-ttl/check

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Vacant
Title last held by
George Khalid Jones 		USBA light heavyweight champion
March 31, 2006 – May 16, 2007
Lost eliminator for IBF title Template:S-ttl/check 		Vacant
Title next held by
Tavoris Cloud

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Preceded byTemplate:S-bef/check WBU light heavyweight champion
December 6, 1996 – March 1997
Vacated Template:S-ttl/check 		Vacant
Title next held by
Frank Tate

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Vacant
Title last held by
Salvatore Di Salvatore 		IBC light heavyweight champion
April 22, 2000 – March 2001
Vacated Template:S-ttl/check 		Vacant
Title next held by
Etienne Whitaker

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Preceded byTemplate:S-bef/check WBC light heavyweight champion
Mar 21, 1997 – August 7, 1997 Template:S-ttl/check 		Template:S-aft/check Succeeded by

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