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Victor PostolUkrainian professional boxer
Date of Birth: 16.01.1984
Country:  Ukraine |
Content:
- Viktor Postol: Ukrainian Boxer and World Champion
- Early Title Wins
- Victory over DeMarcus Corley
- International WBC Championship
- WBC World Championship
- Fight with Mohamed Mimoune
Viktor Postol: Ukrainian Boxer and World Champion
Early Career and Elite Boxing PromotionIn 2007, Viktor Postol turned professional and signed with Stepana Chernovetskyi's Elite Boxing Promotion. The company has hosted over 217 fights, including 21 title bouts, and has represented top fighters such as Vladimir Sidorenko, Avtandil Khurtsiadze, Dmitry Kucher, and Valentin Kuts.
Early Title Wins
On December 18, 2011, Postol captured his first professional title by defeating Karen Tevosyan for the vacant WBC International Silver Belt. He successfully defended the belt in 2012 with a win over Ivan Mendi.
Victory over DeMarcus Corley
October 27, 2012, marked a significant moment in Postol's career when he defeated former world champion DeMarcus Corley in a highly contested bout. Postol's strategic use of the jab and his ability to anticipate Corley's movements led to a unanimous decision victory.
International WBC Championship
On March 21, 2013, Postol earned the WBC International Super Lightweight Championship after a win over Henry Lundy. He successfully defended the title against Ignacio Mendoza the following October.
WBC World Championship
October 3, 2015, was a monumental night for Postol as he faced Lucas Matthysse for the vacant WBC World Championship. Postol's tactical approach and superior ringcraft proved decisive. In the 10th round, a well-placed right hook sent Matthysse crashing to the canvas, resulting in a TKO victory and the pinnacle of Postol's career.
Fight with Mohamed Mimoune
In 2019, Postol secured a unanimous decision victory over Mohamed Mimoune, positioning him as the official challenger for the WBC Welterweight title.
