Manny Sobral | |
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Born | |
Nationality | Canadian |
Statistics | |
Weight(s) | Super welterweight |
Stance | Southpaw |
Boxing record | |
Total fights | 32 |
Wins | 29 |
Wins by KO | 15 |
Losses | 2 |
No contests | 1 |
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He has taught at Burnaby North Secondary School.
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