William Lyell (born August 10, 1984) is an American former professional boxer who competed from 2003 to 2013.[1] He challenged for the IBF middleweight title in 2010.
| Billy Lyell | |
|---|---|
| Statistics | |
| Real name | William Lyell |
| Nickname(s) | Pride of Ohio |
| Weight(s) | Super middleweight Middleweight |
| Height | 5 ft 11 in (180 cm) |
| Reach | 72 in (183 cm) |
| Nationality | American |
| Born | (1984-08-10) August 10, 1984 (age 38) Niles, Ohio |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Boxing record | |
| Total fights | 36 |
| Wins | 25 |
| Wins by KO | 5 |
| Losses | 11 |
| Draws | 0 |
| No contests | 0 |
In an interview with Peter Czymbor, Lyell stated that he had an amateur record of "about 35-20" in "about 50-55 amateur bouts".
In February 2009, Lyell upset an undefeated John Duddy in a ten round fight by split decision.[2]
He then lost a very tough fight to Sebastian Sylvester.[3]
On June 5, 2010 Billy lost to undefeated champion Julio César Chávez, Jr.[4] The bout was held at the Estadio Banorte in Culiacán, Mexico.[5][6]