Anthony Peterson

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Anthony Peterson
Born
Anthony Peterson

(1985-03-16) March 16, 1985 (age 39)
Washington, D.C., U.S.
Other namesHazardous
Statistics
Weight(s)
Height5 ft 8 in (173 cm)
Reach74 in (188 cm)
Stance Orthodox
Boxing record
Total fights42
Wins39
Wins by KO25
Losses1
Draws1
No contests1

Anthony Peterson (born March 16, 1985) is a professional boxer. He is the younger brother of Lamont Peterson.

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Amateur career

Peterson had an outstanding amateur career, and was the 2003 National Golden Gloves Lightweight Champion. In 2004 he lost twice to Mexican American Vicente Escobedo at 132 lbs, which cost him his place in Athens. He and brother Lamont also won the Junior Olympic National Tournament in the amateurs.

Professional career

Peterson turned pro in 2004 and has won 32 of his 33 professional fights, including 21 by way of KO.

On June 26, 2008, Peterson defeated Fernando Trejo by unanimous decision. Peterson was in command for the entire fight as he logged scores of 120–108, 120–108, and 119-109 from the judges in winning the NABF interim lightweight title. [1]

On September 11, 2010, Peterson faced the undefeated Mexican American prospect Brandon Rios in a WBA title eliminator fight. [2] Peterson lost the bout by disqualification in the 7th round due to repeated illegal low blows. [3] Rios was leading on all three scorecards before the stoppage. [4]

On December 10, 2011, Peterson defeated the Nigerian journeyman Daniel Attah on the Amir Khan vs. Lamont Peterson undercard at Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Washington, D.C., winning by unanimous decision. [5]

On May 18, 2013, Peterson defeated Dominic Salcido on the Lucas Matthysse vs Lamont Peterson undercard at Boardwalk Hall, Atlantic City by winning by TKO on the 2nd round. [6]

Professional boxing record

40 fights37 wins1 loss
By knockout240
By decision130
By disqualification01
Draws1
No contests1
No.ResultRecordOpponentTypeRound, timeDateLocationNotes
42Win39–1–1 (1) Flag of Mexico.svg Saul CorralUD8 (8)2022-05-28 Flag of the United States.svg Entertainment and Sports Arena, Washington, DC
41Win38–1–1 (1) Flag of Mexico.svg Jairo LopezUD6 (6)2021-08-14 Flag of the United States.svg Georgia World Congress Center, Atlanta, GA
40Draw37–1–1 (1) Flag of the Dominican Republic.svg Argenis Mendez SD10 (10)2019-03-24 Flag of the United States.svg MGM National Harbor, Oxon Hill
39NC37–1 (1) Flag of Colombia.svg Luis Eduardo FlorezUD10 (10)2018-01-20 Flag of the United States.svg Barclays Center, BrooklynWin overturned for failing post fight test
38Win37–1 Flag of Ghana.svg Samuel Kotey Neequaye UD10 (10)2016-04-01 Flag of the United States.svg D.C. Armory, Washington
37Win36–1 Flag of the United States.svg Mike OliverTKO1 (10)2015-10-17 Flag of the United States.svg EagleBank Arena, Fairfax
36Win35–1 Flag of the Dominican Republic.svg Ramesis GilTKO6 (10)2015-07-11 Flag of the United States.svg Yuengling Center, Tampa
35Win34–1 Flag of Mexico.svg Edgar RiovalleKO1 (10)2014-08-09 Flag of the United States.svg Barclays Center, Brooklyn
34Win33–1 Flag of the Dominican Republic.svg Marcos JimenezUD10 (10)2014-03-21 Flag of the United States.svg Morongo Casino, Resort & Spa, Cabazon
33Win32–1 Flag of the United States.svg Dominic SalcidoTKO2 (10)2013-05-18 Flag of the United States.svg Boardwalk Hall, Atlantic City
32Win31–1 Flag of Nigeria.svg Daniel Attah UD8 (8) 2011-12-10 Flag of the United States.svg Convention Center, Washington
31Loss30–1 Flag of the United States.svg Brandon Ríos DQ7 (12)2010-09-11 Flag of the United States.svg Pearl Concert Theater, Las Vegas
30Win30–0 Flag of Puerto Rico.svg Juan Ramon CruzTKO3 (10)2010-03-12 Flag of the United States.svg Gaylord Hotel, Grapevine
29Win29–0 Flag of Mexico.svg Luis ArceoUD10 (10)2009-08-15 Flag of the United States.svg The Joint, Las Vegas
28Win28–0 Flag of Mexico.svg Javier Jáuregui UD10 (10)2008-08-02 Flag of the United States.svg Pearl Concert Theater, Las Vegas
27Win27–0 Flag of Mexico.svg Fernando TrejoUD12 (12)2008-06-26 Flag of the United States.svg The Orleans, Las VegasWon Interim NABF Lightweight title
26Win26–0 Flag of Cuba.svg Jose Antonio IzquierdoTKO8 (10)2008-01-04 Flag of the United States.svg Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, Biloxi
25Win25–0 Flag of Colombia.svg Oscar León TKO5 (8)2007-11-17 Flag of the Turks and Caicos Islands.svg Casablanca Casino, Providenciales
24Win24–0 Flag of the United States.svg Marteze LoganUD8 (8)2007-09-01 Flag of the United States.svg Fitzgerald's Casino & Hotel, Tunica
23Win23–0 Flag of the Dominican Republic.svg Luis Ernesto José TKO9 (12)2007-05-25 Flag of the United States.svg D.C. Armory, WashingtonRetained NABO Lightweight title
22Win22–0 Flag of Mexico.svg Juan Humberto GarzaKO4 (12)2007-01-05 Flag of the United States.svg Beau Rivage, BiloxiRetained NABO Lightweight title
21Win21–0 Flag of Ghana.svg Alfred Kotey UD8 (8)2006-11-18 Flag of the United States.svg Fitzgerald's Casino & Hotel, Tunica
20Win20–0 Flag of Panama.svg Armando CordobaUD6 (6)2006-09-01 Flag of the United States.svg Par-A-Dice Hotel and Casino, East Peoria
19Win19–0 Flag of the Dominican Republic.svg Jose Vidal SotoKO2 (10)2006-08-04 Flag of the United States.svg FedExForum, Memphis
18Win18–0 Flag of the United States.svg Adan HernandezUD12 (12)2006-06-16 Flag of the United States.svg Pepsi Pavilion, MemphisWon vacant NABO Lightweight title
17Win17–0 Flag of the United States.svg Jermaine White RTD3 (8)2006-04-28 Flag of the United States.svg 4 Bears Casino & Lodge, New Town
16Win16–0 Flag of the United States.svg Steve VerdinRTD3 (6)2006-03-11 Flag of the United States.svg Fitzgerald's Casino & Hotel, Tunica
15Win15–0 Flag of Mexico.svg Manuel BocanegraRTD2 (6)2006-01-28 Flag of the United States.svg Fitzgerald's Casino & Hotel, Tunica
14Win14–0 Flag of the United States.svg Roy BohannonTKO4 (6)2005-10-15 Flag of the United States.svg Isle of Capri Casino, Lula
13Win13–0 Flag of Mexico.svg Jorge Alberto ReyesTKO2 (6)2005-09-02 Flag of the United States.svg Statehouse Convention Center, Little Rock
12Win12–0 Flag of the United States.svg Johnny WalkerUD6 (6)2005-08-20 Flag of the United States.svg Isle of Capri Casino, Biloxi
11Win11–0 Flag of the United States.svg Carlos ValdezTKO6 (8)2005-07-26 Flag of the United States.svg W.C. Handy Pavilion, Memphis
10Win10–0 Flag of the United States.svg Anthony MiddlebrooksKO1 (6)2005-06-18 Flag of the United States.svg FedExForum, Memphis
9Win9–0 Flag of the United States.svg Wayne FletcherTKO6 (6)2005-06-11 Flag of the United States.svg Capital One Arena, Washington
8Win8–0 Flag of the United States.svg Mario LaceyKO2 (6)2005-05-22 Flag of the United States.svg Silver Star Casino, Choctaw
7Win7–0 Flag of Mexico.svg Martin QuirozTKO5 (6)2005-04-30 Flag of the United States.svg Isle Of Capri, Lula
6Win6–0 Flag of the United States.svg Michael MossTKO4 (4)2005-04-23 Flag of the United States.svg Fitzgerald's Casino & Hotel, Tunica
5Win5–0 Flag of Mexico.svg Edgar PedrazaUD4 (4)2005-04-09 Flag of the United States.svg Don Haskins Center, El Paso
4Win4–0 Flag of Puerto Rico.svg Jose Angel RomanUD4 (4)2004-12-12 Flag of the United States.svg Convention Center, Washington
3Win3–0 Flag of the United States.svg Bill TiptonTKO1 (4)2004-11-05 Flag of the United States.svg Fitzgerald's Casino & Hotel, Tunica
2Win2–0 Flag of the United States.svg Chris BurfordKO2 (4)2004-10-23 Flag of the United States.svg Isle of Capri Casino, Lula
1Win1–0 Flag of the United States.svg Toris SmithTKO1 (4) 2004-09-25 Flag of the United States.svg FedExForum, MemphisProfessional debut

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References

  1. ↑ "Peterson, Martirosyan win!". Fightnews.com. June 26, 2008. Archived from the original on June 30, 2008. Retrieved June 27, 2008.
  2. ↑ Reeno, Rick (June 15, 2010) Peterson vs Rios as Co-Feature To Gamboa-Salido on HBO - Boxing News. Boxingscene.com. Retrieved on June 12, 2013.
  3. ↑ Burton, Ryan (June 15, 2010) Brandon Rios Wants a Humberto Soto Showdown Next - Boxing News. Boxingscene.com. Retrieved on June 12, 2013.
  4. ↑ Donovan, Jake (September 12, 2010) Yuriorkis Gamboa Unifies, Continues The Hunt For Juanma - Boxing News. Boxingscene.com. Retrieved on June 12, 2013.
  5. ↑ Velin, Bob (December 10, 2011). "Younger Peterson wins decision over Attah". USA Today.
  6. ↑ Greisman, David P. (May 20, 2013) Anthony Peterson Returns: I Want Ricky Burns So Bad - Boxing News. Boxingscene.com. Retrieved on December 25, 2013.
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