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Gerrie Coetzee

Gerrie Coetzee

“The Boksburg Bomber”
Boxing record: 33-6-1 (21)
Boksburg, East Rand, Gauteng, South Africa

Best fights of Gerrie Coetzee

Over 23 years as a professional, Gerrie Coetzee compiled a 33-6-1 (21) record, including ten title fights. Here are his best fights.

  1. 1. Gerrie Coetzee KOs Michael Dokes

    On September 23, 1983 Gerrie Coetzee fought Michael Dokes for the WBA heavyweight title. Coetzee was 28 years old with a record of 28-3-1, and Dokes was 25 with a record of 26-0-2. Coetzee stopped Michael Dokes via KO in the 10th round. Crowned the new heavyweight champion.

  2. 2. Gerrie Coetzee draws with Pinklon Thomas

    On January 22, 1983 Gerrie Coetzee faced Pinklon Thomas. Coetzee was 27 years old with a record of 28-3, and Thomas was 24 with a record of 20-0. Coetzee was on a 4-fight winning streak and Thomas was on an undefeated 20-fight winning streak. The fight ended in a majority decision.