Ryan Martin (boxer)

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Ryan Martin
Born (1993-02-26) February 26, 1993 (age 31)
Akron, Ohio, U.S.
NationalityAmerican
Other namesBlue Chip
Statistics
Weight(s)
Height5 ft 11 in (180 cm)
Reach74 in (188 cm)
Stance Orthodox
Boxing record
Total fights28
Wins26
Wins by KO16
Losses2

Ryan Martin (born February 26, 1993) is an American professional boxer. As an amateur, he was an Olympic hopeful and won several National Amateur Championships but failed to qualify for the 2012 Olympics. [1] [2]

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Amateur career

Anson Wainwright of BoxingScene wrote, "From a young age Martin was highly touted." He was dubbed "Kid London" by famed Jermain Taylor as a promising favorite for the 2012 Olympic team. [3] Martin had a reported record of 202 wins with 22 losses, winning numerous American National Championships. [4] His most notable accomplishment was his lightweight gold medal performance at the men's 2010 Under-19 National Championship, earning a berth to represent Team USA. [5]

He was to represent Team USA at the 2010 AIBA Youth World Boxing Championships in Azerbaijan. However, the entire team wasn't able to compete due to a volcanic eruption in Iceland. This was the lone qualifier for the 2010 Summer Youth Olympic games held in Singapore.

At the 2012 Olympic qualifying tournament, Martin failed to advance to the Summer Games by losing to the Olympic alternate, Robert Easter, on points 14-8. [6]

Professional career

After various meetings with promotional companies to sign professionally, the media announced in August 2013 that Martin had signed an exclusive, multi-year, undisclosed deal with rap mogul Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson. [7]

On September 16, 2013, Martin made his professional debut defeating Darus Somieari by way of TKO in round two. [8] He finished 2013 with a KO victory stopping Eric Goodall in just one round. Reports showed HBO's VP of Programming, Peter Nelson, watching the bout ringside with 50 Cent. [9]

Martin was very active in 2014, being put on a fast track by his promoter 50 Cent and manager Tim VanNewhouse. [10] He compiled a total of eight fights while fighting on the undercards of major events televised by Showtime Boxing , [11] ESPN [12] and HBO Sports. [13]

On January 22, 2014 Showtime Sports Shobox analyst Steve Farhood labeled Ryan Martin as a top prospect. [14]

WBC Continental Americas lightweight champion

Martin vs. Villaraga

Originally, Martin was to face veteran Fermin De Los Santos. However, De Los Santos was stopped at customs three days before the fight and was prevented from entering the country. An announcement was made that Martin would face former Olympian César Villaraga for the vacant WBC Continental Americas lightweight title. [15]

Martin had a four-inch height advantage and a longer reach than the former Olympian. He was able to stay on the outside as he landed clean punches on Villaraga. Villaraga attempted to initiate exchanges, but Martin effectively countered with three- and four-punch combinations to the head, while digging big left hooks to the body. Slowly but surely, he began to break Villaraga down as the fight went on. In round 4 Martin landed a big overhand right, scoring a knockdown. He continued to dominate throughout the second half of the fight by fast counter punch combinations. All three judges scored the bout in favor of Martin: 79-72, 79-72, and 78-73.

On May 5, 2018, Martin battled Briedis Prescott in an eight round super lightweight bout. Martin managed to score a knockdown in the fifth, which helped him win comfortably on the scorecards, 79-71, 79-71 and 77-73. [16] Martin managed to also drop his opponent in fourth round twice, however, the judge ruled his shots below the waist in both instances. [17]

In his next fight, Martin fought Josh Taylor as a part of the WBSS super lightweight quarter final. Taylor won the fight convincingly, with Martin looking outmatched throughout the fight. Despite coach Abel Sanchez pleading with him to let his hands go, Martin did not seem able to loosen up and start throwing punches towards his opponent. The fight was stopped in the seventh round. [18]

In his next fight, Martin bounced back with a convincing win over Carlos Velasquez, battering the veteran from the opening bell. Velasquez decided to not leave his stool after the end of round six, awarding Martin with the victory. [19]

Personal life

Martin embarked for the Dominican Republic after winning a silver medal at the 2009 National Junior Olympics. He and other USA team members boxed in four cities throughout the nation, carrying with them their Christian faith and spreading the word of Jesus Christ. The week-long trip was organized by USA Boxing's 2008 Olympic Games team manager Joe Smith. [20]

In 2010 Martin received a proclamation from the Mayor of Chattanooga that anointed him an Ambassador of Goodwill "in recognition of his outstanding athletic abilities and service to his community". Mayor Littlefield signed the proclamation. [21]

On February 12, 2014 RevolutionWear's FRIGO underwear company announced a two-year undisclosed sponsorship deal with the boxer. "We're delighted to be working with Ryan Martin," says RevolutionWear's founder and CEO Mathias Ingvarsson. "It's a thrill to see athletes and everyday Americans incorporate FRIGO® into their active lifestyles." The deal mentioned Everlast Worldwide being a part of the design process for Martin's ring attire. [22]

On May 13, 2014, rapper 50 Cent released the music video for "Winners Circle", featuring Guordan Banks, from his fifth studio album, Animal Ambition: An Untamed Desire to Win. The video, directed by Eif Rivera, shows 50 Cent jogging and Martin training for a fight. They meet up in the ring for a victory, joining each other in the winner's circle. [23]

Professional boxing record

26 fights24 wins2 losses
By knockout141
By decision101
No.ResultRecordOpponentTypeRound, timeDateLocationNotes
26Loss24–2 Flag of the United States.svg Robert Easter Jr. UD12Feb 20, 2021 Flag of the United States.svg Mohegan Sun Arena, Montville, Connecticut, U.S.
25Win24–1 Flag of Colombia.svg Hevinson HerreraTKO1 (10), 1:45Oct 16, 2020 Flag of the United States.svg White Sands Treatment Center, Plant City, Florida, U.S.
24Win23–1 Flag of Nicaragua.svg Carlos VelasquezRTD6 (10), 3:00Jun 27, 2020 Flag of the United States.svg White Sands Treatment Center, Plant City, Florida, U.S.
23Loss22–1 Flag of the United Kingdom.svg Josh Taylor TKO7 (12), 2:21Nov 3, 2018 Flag of the United Kingdom.svg The SSE Hydro, Glasgow, ScotlandFor WBC Silver super lightweight title;
World Boxing Super Series: Super lightweight quarter-final
22Win22–0 Flag of Colombia.svg Breidis Prescott UD8May 5, 2018 Flag of the United States.svg StubHub Center, Carson, California, U.S.
21Win21–0 Flag of Colombia.svg Luis Eduardo FlorezKO4 (10), 0:30Mar 27, 2018 Flag of the United States.svg The Avalon, Hollywood, California, U.S.
20Win20–0 Flag of Mexico.svg Francisco RojoSD10 Sep 16, 2017 Flag of the United States.svg T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S.Retained WBC Continental Americas lightweight title;
Won vacant WBA Inter-Continental lightweight title
19Win19–0 Flag of the Dominican Republic.svg Marcos JimenezUD10Jun 30, 2017 Flag of the United States.svg Fantasy Springs Casino, Indio, California, U.S.
18Win18–0 Flag of the United States.svg Bryant CruzTKO8 (10), 0:45Mar 18, 2017 Flag of the United States.svg Madison Square Garden, New York City, New York, U.S.Retained WBC Continental Americas lightweight title
17Win17–0 Flag of Mexico.svg Yardley Armenta CruzKO4 (8), 0:48Dec 16, 2016 Flag of the United States.svg Fantasy Springs Casino, Indio, California, U.S.
16Win16–0 Flag of Colombia.svg César Villarraga UD8Sep 10, 2016 Flag of the United States.svg The Forum, Inglewood, California, U.S.Won vacant WBC Continental Americas lightweight title
15Win15–0 Flag of South Africa.svg Samuel AmoakoUD6Jul 16, 2017 Flag of the United States.svg Legacy Arena, Birmingham, Alabama, U.S.
14Win14–0 Flag of Mexico.svg Rosbel MontoyaKO5 (6), 1:51Apr 23, 2016 Flag of the United States.svg The Forum, Inglewood, California, U.S.
13Win13–0 Flag of Mexico.svg Ivan ZavalaTKO1 (6), 1:04 May 9, 2015 Flag of the United States.svg Minute Maid Park, Houston, Texas, U.S.
12Win12–0 Flag of Puerto Rico.svg Miguel SotoTKO4 (6), 0:54Apr 11, 2015 Flag of Puerto Rico.svg José Miguel Agrelot Coliseum, San Juan, Puerto Rico
11Win11–0 Flag of Mexico.svg Carlos ValenzuelaUD6Feb 7, 2015 Flag of the United States.svg State Farm Arena, Hidalgo, Texas, U.S.
10Win10–0 Flag of Mexico.svg Edgar LlanezTKO2 (6), 2:03Dec 5, 2014 Flag of the United States.svg Grand Plaza Hotel, Toledo, Ohio, U.S.
9Win9–0 Flag of Mexico.svg Isaias Martin GonzalesTKO2 (6), 0:38 Nov 8, 2014 Flag of the United States.svg Boardwalk Hall, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.
8Win8–0 Flag of Mexico.svg Engelberto ValenzuelaTKO1 (6), 0:54Aug 8, 2014 Flag of the United States.svg Consol Energy Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, U.S.
7Win7–0 Flag of the United States.svg Matthew BaccaUD4Jul 2, 2014 Flag of the United States.svg Foxwoods Resort, Mashantucket, Connecticut, U.S.
6Win6–0 Flag of the United States.svg Ian JamesUD4Jun 6, 2014 Flag of the United States.svg Turning Stone Resort & Casino, Verona, New York, U.S.
5Win5–0 Flag of the United States.svg Misael ChaconUD4Apr 18, 2014 Flag of the United States.svg Convention Center, Monroeville, Pennsylvania, U.S.
4Win4–0 Flag of the United States.svg Justin RobbinsTKO2 (4), 2:42Mar 28, 2014 Flag of the United States.svg Twin River Casino, Lincoln, Rhode Island, U.S.
3Win3–0 Flag of Puerto Rico.svg Jose Del ValleUD4Feb 12, 2014 Flag of the United States.svg Roseland Ballroom, New York City, New York, U.S.
2Win2–0 Flag of the United States.svg Eric Jamar GoodallTKO1 (4), 1:22Dec 20, 2013 Flag of the United States.svg Resorts World Casino, New York City, New York, U.S.
1Win1–0 Flag of the United States.svg Darus SomieariTKO2 (4), 1:42Sep 16, 2013 Flag of the United States.svg Resorts World Casino, New York City, New York, U.S.

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