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James KirklandAmerican professional boxer
Date of Birth: 19.03.1984
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Early Life and Debut
Kirkland, an American professional boxer, made his fighting debut in August 2001, competing in the junior middleweight division.
Stellar Performance against Erosomole Albert
In May 2008, Kirkland faced Nigerian opponent Erosomole Albert. With an impressive display of power, Kirkland unleashed a series of punches to Albert's head in the first round. A devastating left cross sent Albert crashing to the canvas.
Clinching Victory
Despite briefly recovering and rising to his feet, Albert showed signs of being dazed and unsteady. Referee Joe Cortez, observing Albert's condition, allowed the fight to continue. Kirkland seized the opportunity to deliver a finishing blow, landing a left cross that sent Albert tumbling back to the ground. Cortez intervened swiftly, ending the contest without a count.
Aftermath
Albert managed to regain consciousness but appeared disoriented from the forceful impact of Kirkland's punches.