The Ultimate Boxing Trivia
Students should be able to know the different positions in a boxing game
- 1.
Which two sanctioning bodies did Carlos Baldomir fail to pay in 2006?
- A.
IBF And WBA
- B.
IBF And WBC
- C.
WBA And WBC
- D.
HBO And SHO
Correct Answer
A. IBF And WBAExplanation
Carlos Baldomir failed to pay the IBF (International Boxing Federation) and WBA (World Boxing Association) sanctioning bodies in 2006.Rate this question:
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- 2.
What is boxer Felix Sturm's birth name?
- A.
Felix Sturm
- B.
Horst Feist
- C.
Adnan Catic
- D.
Vladimir Koznof
Correct Answer
C. Adnan CaticExplanation
Felix Sturm's birth name is Adnan Catic.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Before taking up boxing, Herman Ngoudjo was experienced in what other sport?
- A.
Field Hockey
- B.
Bobsledding
- C.
Curling
- D.
Marathon Running
Correct Answer
D. Marathon RunningExplanation
Herman Ngoudjo was experienced in marathon running before taking up boxing. This means that he had prior knowledge and experience in participating in long-distance running events.Rate this question:
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- 4.
What was Jose Armando S. Cruz's record up until February of 2007?
- A.
23-2
- B.
25-0
- C.
19-6
- D.
15-10
Correct Answer
A. 23-2Explanation
Jose Armando S. Cruz's record up until February of 2007 was 23-2.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Jose Luis Castillo had a bout with Diego Corrales for which WBC-WBO title?
- A.
Lightweight
- B.
Heavyweight
- C.
Welterweight
- D.
Featherweight
Correct Answer
A. LightweightExplanation
Jose Luis Castillo had a bout with Diego Corrales for the WBC-WBO Lightweight title.Rate this question:
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- 6.
At what age did boxer Juan Lazcano start his amateur career?
- A.
12 Years Old
- B.
15 Years Old
- C.
9 Years Old
- D.
8 Years Old
Correct Answer
D. 8 Years OldExplanation
Juan Lazcano started his amateur boxing career at the age of 8. This indicates that he began his boxing journey at a very young age, demonstrating his early interest and dedication to the sport. Starting at such a young age suggests that Lazcano had a long-term commitment to boxing and likely gained valuable experience and skills by beginning his career at such an early stage in his life.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Boxer Kelly Pavlik is known by what supernatural alias?
- A.
Spectre
- B.
Pixie
- C.
Ghost
- D.
Phantom
Correct Answer
C. GhostExplanation
Boxer Kelly Pavlik is known by the supernatural alias "Ghost" because it represents his elusive and elusive fighting style. Like a ghost, he is known for his ability to quickly disappear and reappear, making it difficult for his opponents to anticipate his moves. This alias also conveys his ability to haunt his opponents with his powerful punches, leaving a lasting impact on his matches.Rate this question:
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- 8.
In which country was the boxer Lucian Bute born?
- A.
Romania
- B.
Hungary
- C.
Germany
- D.
Bulgaria
Correct Answer
A. RomaniaExplanation
Lucian Bute, the boxer, was born in Romania.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Prior to boxing, what sport was Marco Huck involved in?
- A.
Kickboxing
- B.
Soccer
- C.
Wrestling
- D.
Rugby
Correct Answer
A. KickboxingExplanation
Marco Huck was involved in kickboxing prior to boxing. This means that before he became a professional boxer, he participated in the sport of kickboxing. Kickboxing is a combat sport that combines elements of boxing and martial arts, involving strikes and kicks using both hands and feet. This background in kickboxing likely provided Huck with valuable skills and training that he was able to transfer to his career in boxing.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Markus Beyer shares a nickname with what American boxer?
- A.
Allan "Sweetness" Green
- B.
"Iron" Mike Tyson
- C.
Evander "The Real Deal" Hollyfield
- D.
Ray "Boom Boom" Mancini
Correct Answer
D. Ray "Boom Boom" ManciniExplanation
Markus Beyer shares a nickname with Ray "Boom Boom" Mancini. This suggests that both Markus Beyer and Ray Mancini have the same nickname, "Boom Boom".Rate this question:
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- 11.
What did O'Neil Bell do in February, 2007 that landed him in jail?
- A.
Threw An Axe At Sparring Partner
- B.
Beat A Man In A Bar With His Fists
- C.
Threatened His Ex With A Knife
- D.
Robbed A House At Gunpoint
Correct Answer
A. Threw An Axe At Sparring PartnerExplanation
In February 2007, O'Neil Bell landed in jail because he threw an axe at his sparring partner. This action was likely considered dangerous and potentially harmful, leading to his arrest and incarceration.Rate this question:
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- 12.
What is the popular nickname of Oscar Larios?
- A.
El Vato
- B.
Chololo
- C.
El Poquito
- D.
El Rey
Correct Answer
B. ChololoExplanation
Chololo is the popular nickname of Oscar Larios.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Why makes Paul Williams unusual in the welterweight class?
- A.
He Has An 82" Reach
- B.
He Wears Size 17 Shoes
- C.
He's A Very Stationary Boxer
- D.
He's Only 5' 4" Tall
Correct Answer
A. He Has An 82" ReachExplanation
Paul Williams is unusual in the welterweight class because he has an 82" reach. A long reach gives him an advantage in keeping his opponents at a distance and landing punches from a safe distance. It allows him to effectively control the fight and avoid getting hit. This is particularly advantageous in the welterweight class where boxers typically have shorter reaches.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Who trained Rico Hoye?
- A.
Cannonball James Green
- B.
Shadeed Suluki
- C.
Bert Randolph Sugar
- D.
Marco Antonio Barrera
Correct Answer
B. Shadeed SulukiExplanation
Shadeed Suluki trained Rico Hoye.Rate this question:
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- 15.
In the 2000 Sydney Summer Olympics, what medal did Rocky Juarez win?
- A.
None
- B.
Gold
- C.
Silver
- D.
Bronze
Correct Answer
C. SilverExplanation
Rocky Juarez won the silver medal in the 2000 Sydney Summer Olympics.Rate this question:
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- 16.
Which boxer dealt Saul Roman his first professional loss?
- A.
Jesus Soto Karass
- B.
Hernan Galaviz
- C.
Marco Antonio Rubio
- D.
Rodrigo Villalba
Correct Answer
A. Jesus Soto KarassExplanation
Jesus Soto Karass is the correct answer because he was the boxer who defeated Saul Roman and handed him his first professional loss.Rate this question:
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- 17.
What is the full legal name of boxer Vivian Harris?
- A.
Samson Vivian Harris
- B.
Ivan Vivian Harris
- C.
Vivian Victor Harris
- D.
Vivian John Harris
Correct Answer
B. Ivan Vivian HarrisExplanation
The full legal name of boxer Vivian Harris is Ivan Vivian Harris.Rate this question:
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- 18.
In what country was Vladimir Virchis born?
- A.
Lithuania
- B.
Russia
- C.
Belarus
- D.
Ukraine
Correct Answer
D. UkraineExplanation
Vladimir Virchis was born in Ukraine.Rate this question:
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- 19.
In July 2006, Carlos Baldomir defended his WBC Welterweight title by defeating whom?
- A.
Lamon Brewster
- B.
Zab Judah
- C.
Arturo Gatti
- D.
Floyd Mayweather, Jr.
Correct Answer
C. Arturo GattiExplanation
Carlos Baldomir defended his WBC Welterweight title in July 2006 by defeating Arturo Gatti.Rate this question:
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- 20.
What country is boxer Cholatarn O. Piriyapinyo from?
- A.
Tanzania
- B.
Thailand
- C.
Venezuela
- D.
Guyana
Correct Answer
B. ThailandExplanation
Cholatarn O. Piriyapinyo is from Thailand because the question asks for the country that the boxer is from, and Thailand is the only country listed as an option that could be the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 21.
Where was Denis Inkin born?
- A.
Russia
- B.
United States
- C.
Czech Republic
- D.
Germany
Correct Answer
A. RussiaExplanation
Denis Inkin was born in Russia.Rate this question:
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- 22.
Felix Sturm lost his WBO Middleweight title to whom?
- A.
Maselino Masoe
- B.
Hector Javier Velazco
- C.
Oscar De La Hoya
- D.
Bert Schenk
Correct Answer
C. Oscar De La HoyaExplanation
Felix Sturm lost his WBO Middleweight title to Oscar De La Hoya.Rate this question:
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- 23.
What country did Giacobbe Fragomeni represent at the 2000 Summer Olympics?
- A.
Germany
- B.
France
- C.
South Africa
- D.
Italy
Correct Answer
D. ItalyExplanation
Giacobbe Fragomeni represented Italy at the 2000 Summer Olympics. This can be inferred from the fact that Italy is listed as one of the answer choices and it is the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 24.
Guadalupe Rosales is known in boxing by what alias?
- A.
Leopard
- B.
Bronco
- C.
Cheetah
- D.
Mustang
Correct Answer
B. BroncoExplanation
Guadalupe Rosales is known in boxing as Bronco.Rate this question:
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- 25.
Herman Ngoudjo was born in Cameroon, but boxes out of which city?
- A.
Montreal
- B.
Toronto
- C.
New York
- D.
Las Vegas
Correct Answer
A. MontrealExplanation
Herman Ngoudjo, a professional boxer, was born in Cameroon and currently boxes out of Montreal.Rate this question:
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- 26.
Boxer Joel Casamayor turned pro in 1992 shortly after doing what?
- A.
Getting Married
- B.
Publishing His First Novel
- C.
Winning Olympic Gold
- D.
Appearing On A TV Show
Correct Answer
C. Winning Olympic GoldExplanation
Joel Casamayor turned pro in 1992 shortly after winning Olympic Gold. This suggests that his success in the Olympics motivated him to pursue a professional boxing career.Rate this question:
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- 27.
Who did boxer Julio Cesar Chavez, Jr. beat in his first professional fight?
- A.
Gerardo Penaflor
- B.
Eugene Johnson
- C.
Jose Luis Burgos
- D.
Jonathan Hernandez
Correct Answer
D. Jonathan HernandezExplanation
Julio Cesar Chavez, Jr. beat Jonathan Hernandez in his first professional fight.Rate this question:
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- 28.
Julio Gonzalez defeated whom for the WBO light-heavyweight championship in 2003?
- A.
Julian Letterlough
- B.
Roy Jones Jr.
- C.
Zsolt Erdei
- D.
Dariusz Michalczewski
Correct Answer
D. Dariusz MichalczewskiExplanation
In 2003, Julio Gonzalez defeated Dariusz Michalczewski for the WBO light-heavyweight championship.Rate this question:
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- 29.
How old was boxer Marco Antonio Barrera when he turned pro?
- A.
22
- B.
19
- C.
25
- D.
15
Correct Answer
D. 15Explanation
Marco Antonio Barrera turned pro at the age of 15. This means that he began his professional boxing career at a relatively young age. Starting his professional career at such a young age indicates that Barrera had exceptional talent and potential in the sport of boxing.Rate this question:
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- 30.
How did Mikkel Kessler win his fight against Markus Beyer on October 14, 2006?
- A.
6th Round Knockout
- B.
12th Round Unanimous Decision
- C.
3rd Round Knockout
- D.
12th Round Split Decision
Correct Answer
C. 3rd Round KnockoutExplanation
Mikkel Kessler won his fight against Markus Beyer on October 14, 2006 by a 3rd Round Knockout. This means that Kessler was able to defeat Beyer by knocking him out in the third round of the fight.Rate this question:
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