Monty Betham (born 27 September 1952 in Savai'i) was a Samoan professional boxer who fought boxers such as Tony Mundine, and Lance Revill in a professional career beginning in 1973 until 1984.[1] He is the father of former New Zealand Warriors rugby league star Monty Betham. He is also the older brother of Richard Betham, who won a bronze medal for Western Samoa in boxing at the 1978 Commonwealth Games.[2]
Monty Betham | |
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Real name | Montgomery Richard Betham |
Weight(s) | Middleweight |
Height | 5' 10½ (179 cm) |
Nationality | ![]() |
Born | (1952-09-27) 27 September 1952 (age 69) Tuasivi, Savaii, Western Samoa |
Stance | Orthodox |
Boxing record | |
Wins | 43 |
Wins by KO | 23 |
Losses | 10 |
Draws | 0 |
In July 1975 he won the Commonwealth middleweight boxing title, after defeating Carlos Marks.[3] he retained the title in February 1976 after defeating Semi Bula.[4] He lost the title to Al Korovou in March 1978.[5]
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