Gary Russell Jr.

Gary Allen Russell Jr. (born June 5, 1988) is an accomplished American boxer and former WBC featherweight champion (2015–2022). A standout amateur, he won a bronze medal in bantamweight at the 2005 World Championships and was named 2011 Prospect of the Year by The Ring, Sports Illustrated, and ESPN. Known for his blistering hand speed and precision, Russell remains a key figure in the featherweight division. He comes from a boxing family, with brothers Gary Antonio and Gary Antuanne also competing at elite levels in bantamweight and light welterweight categories, respectively, making their family a force in boxing.

Personal Information

Full Name: Gary Allen Russell Jr.

Date of Birth: June 5, 1988

Place of Birth: Capitol Heights, Maryland, USA

Nationality: American

Professional Debut: January 16, 2009

Notable Title: Held the WBC featherweight title from 2015 to 2022

Amateur Achievement: Won a bronze medal at the 2005 World Championships in the bantamweight division

Family: Older brother to professional boxers Gary Antonio Russell (bantamweight) and Gary Antuanne Russell (light welterweight)

Style: Southpaw, known for speed and technical precision

Accolades: Named 2011 Prospect of the Year by The Ring, Sports Illustrated, and ESPN

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