Hamzah Sheeraz

Credit: The Ring Magazine

Name: Hamzah Sheeraz
Alias: Mohammed Sheeraz
Hometown: Ilford, Essex, United Kingdom
Birthplace: Slough, Berkshire, United Kingdom
Stance: Orthodox
Height: 191cm
Reach: 191cm
Pro Boxer: Record
Amateur Boxer: Record

Trainer: Lenny Butcher (2017-2021), Ricky Funez (2021-2025), Andy Lee (2025-)
Promoter: Frank Warren

Amateur Career

• Sheraaz’s early training took place at the Dale Youth Boxing Club in London, a gym known for producing talented fighters. Sheeraz quickly stood out for his height, reach, and natural ability, showing promise from a young age. Sheeraz’s amateur career was marked by significant achievements and notable victories. He competed in various local and national tournaments, establishing himself as one of the top prospects in British amateur boxing. One of his early notable successes came in 2015 when he won the Junior ABA Championships, a prestigious tournament that showcased his potential and put him on the radar of boxing enthusiasts and scouts. In 2016, Sheeraz continued to build on his success by winning the England Boxing Youth Championships. His performances in these national tournaments earned him a spot on the England youth boxing team, where he represented his country in international competitions. Competing at the European Youth Championships, Sheeraz gained valuable experience against top-tier opponents from across the continent, further honing his skills and building his reputation. Another significant milestone in Sheeraz’s amateur career was his participation in the World Youth Championships. Although he did not win a medal, his performances were commendable and demonstrated his ability to compete on the global stage. [1]

Regional & Minor Titles

• WBO European super welterweight title (Nov 2019; 4 defences)
• WBC International Silver middleweight title (March 2019; 0 defences)
• WBC Silver middleweight title (July 2022; 5 defences)
• Commonwealth Boxing Council middleweight title (Nov 2022; 2 defences)
• EBU European middleweight title (Nov 2024; 0 defences)

Professional Record

Variant Record

• Defeated 2 undefeated opponents with ten or more bouts: Dmytro Mytrofanov, Austin Williams & Alem Begic.

Preceded by: Terence Crawford

WBO Super Middleweight Champion 2026 May 23 –present

Succeeded by: _