Julius Francis

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Police probe video of ex-heavyweight champion Julius Francis ... (Evening Standard)

The security guard is seen throwing a right hand punch which leaves a man crumpled on the ground.

A police statement said: “We are aware of footage circulating on social media showing an incident involving security staff and a member of the public outside Boxpark in Wembley. Francis, 57, was a successful boxer throughout the 1990s and 2000s and won 23 of the 48 bouts he competed in. olice have launched an investigation after footage emerged of former boxer Julius Francis apparently knocking out a man while working as a security guard outside at the Boxpark venue in Wembley.

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Who is Julius Francis? The former British heavyweight champion ... (Sporting News)

Julius Francis has hit the headlines for the first time since his boxing career after a video of him dealing with an unruly punter at Boxpark Wembley went ...

Francis' ability to land a concussive punch, it seems, has not escaped him almost 20 years on. Francis was the Commonwealth and British champion at the time and entered the fight on the back of three successive wins in London. Tyson was a fading force at the time and was fighting outside of the US for the first time since his shock defeat to Buster Douglas in 1990.

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'I stand with Julius' – BOXPARK founder/CEO defends Julius Francis ... (talkSPORT.com)

BOXPARK founder/CEO Robert Wade has spoken out in defence of former British heavyweight champion Julius Francis after he KOd an aggressive punter in h.

What would you do next if you were in my shoes? “How would you react if someone approached you violently? “Julius Francis is ex-UK heavyweight boxing champion, he is one of the nicest people I have ever met and helps train young underprivileged kids boxing in his spare time.

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Julius Francis: Boxpark CEO backs former heavyweight champion ... (The Independent)

Francis, who fought Mike Tyson in 2000, can be seen punching the customer in a video circulating online.

Finally the person approached Julius in a confrontational manner and he defended himself. “Woke up to a viral story about one of our security team,” Wade wrote. “This incident is currently under review and part of an ongoing police investigation, and therefore we are unable to comment further on the incident at this time.

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Julius Francis profile: The former boxer grew up as a drug dealer ... (Daily Mail)

With 23 wins and 24 losses, Julius Francis' career has been a rollercoaster ride that has taken another steep dip after being filmed knocking out clean a ...

He would hit me on one side of my body, then the other, and when I tried to hit back, he was not there. 'We had to persuade Julius to do it because he was so nervous but he was amazing, he's a natural. I set out to be British Heavyweight champion and I achieved that. 'I have no regrets,' he said in 2020. 'We had decided I would stand behind my jab as he came in and I would catch him. He not only has the power, he has the movement.' 'Towards the end of the fight there was one upper cut that lifted me off the floor. 'Tyson came out from the start and he was ferocious. 'We had to melt a mouth guard, I borrowed shorts and a terrible paid or boxing gloves. He told MailOnline in 2020: 'The 80s was a crazy time for me. But if I not convicted, I am going to turn my life around".' He initially stole food as a child along with three siblings, whose mother descended into mental illness while their father worked away from home.

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Ex-heavyweight champ Julius Francis, who fought Mike Tyson, KOs ... (The Sun)

FORMER British boxerJulius Francis knocked a rowdy man out with a single punch outside BoxPark in Wembley.The incident, which has gone vir.

"We would like to stress that the safety and welfare of our customers and our staff is our number one priority." "This incident is currently under review and part of an ongoing police investigation, and therefore we are unable to comment further on the incident at this time. The Met Police said: "Police are aware of footage circulating on social media showing an incident involving security staff and a member of the public outside Boxpark in Wembley.

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Former British heavyweight champion Julius Francis, who once ... (talkSPORT.com)

An unknowing punter acted aggressively towards the wrong security guard this week and found himself KOd by former Mike Tyson opponent Julius Francis.T.

“I try to inspire young kids, whom I work a lot with. Both have lived life to the full both in their playing days and subsequently on and after their talkSPORT radio show! This is your last chance to get tickets for the final two shows of the tour, in Newcastle and Nottingham. From the bell, Tyson let loose with some strong punches and Francis explained the American’s intelligence as a boxer meant he was drawn in and ultimately didn’t box his fight and utilise his jab. Then, as Francis continues trying to peacefully escort the more aggressive punter out, the man walks towards him and raises his hand – seemingly to point in his face. Francis is initially not keen to get involved as other members of his security team work to keep the arguing men apart and escort them out of the venue.

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Moment ex-heavyweight boxer Julius Francis knocks reveller out ... (Daily Mail)

Former British heavyweight champion Julius Francis floored a man with a single punch after he appeared to square up to him while he was working security at ...

As the man turns toward Francis and appears to raise his fist, the former pro boxer unleashes a right-hand punch to the man's head. Julius Francis, a former British heavyweight boxer who now works as a security guard, has been filmed knocking out a rowdy reveller with a single punch in front of shocked bystanders A former British heavyweight boxer who now works as a security guard has been filmed knocking out a reveller with a single punch in front of shocked bystanders.

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Who is Julius Francis? Ex-heavyweight champ who fought Mike ... (The Irish Sun)

ONE of Mike Tyson's main rivals was Julius Francis - the boxer who retired from the ring in 2006.Get to know more about Julius Francis, his meeting wi.

"We would like to stress that the safety and welfare of our customer and out staff is our number one priority." Following the incident, Francis was sentenced to 140 hours of unpaid work and a £200 compensation to the victim. Julius Francis and Mike Tyson fought it off in the ring on January 28, 2000 in Manchester.

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Former Mike Tyson opponent Julius Francis knocks out man working ... (Planet Sport)

Former British boxing champion Julius Francis could find himself in deep trouble after punching a rowdy man outside BoxPark in Wembley.

In 2009, Francis was sentenced to 140 hours of unpaid work after road rage saw him punch a window through and spray the driver with glass. Francis is most known for sharing the ring with heavyweight icon Mike Tyson in 2000. In the footage, a man wearing a blue durag can be seen trying to fight while also swearing.

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Ex-Tyson foe Julius Francis one-punch KO's angry man (World Boxing News)

Julius Francis once got stopped by the great Mike Tyson after claiming British honors during a respectable career during the 1990s.

As the man turned towards the staff again on the back of throwing a punch, Francis stepped in with a short hook to put the culprit flat on his back. He was out for the count. The wily Francis positioned himself within distance to take care of any altercation.

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Mike Tyson's former opponent knocks out man while working as a ... (GiveMeSport)

This shocking footage shows the moment former professional boxer Julius Francis knocked out a man with a single punch while working as a security guard ...

He would hit me on one side of my body, then the other, and when I tried to hit back, he was not there. I have no regrets. “His foot movement was ridiculous. That sticks in my memory. “Some people in boxing say that they would not have fought Mike Tyson but I would have been a fool to turn down the chance. He told the Daily Mail in 2020: “I hit him with some of my best shots and my best shots were not good enough, even if I did draw blood.

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Ex-heavyweight champ Julius Francis, who fought Mike Tyson, KOs ... (The Irish Sun)

FORMER British boxerJulius Francis appeared to knock out a rowdy man with one punch outside BoxPark in Wembley.The incident, which has gon.

"We would like to stress that the safety and welfare of our customers and our staff is our number one priority." "This incident is currently under review and part of an ongoing police investigation, and therefore we are unable to comment further on the incident at this time. The Met Police said: "Police are aware of footage circulating on social media showing an incident involving security staff and a member of the public outside Boxpark in Wembley.

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Ex-heavyweight champ's brutal one-punch KO of troublemaker (Fox Sports)

Julius Francis, a 57-year-old former professional boxer who was once the British champion and in 2000 fought the legendary Mike Tyson, is now a security guard ...

Not even a minute into the second round, Tyson won by TKO. “This incident is currently under review and part of an ongoing police investigation, and therefore we are unable to comment further on the incident at this time. “Police are aware of footage circulating on social media showing an incident involving security staff and a member of the public outside Boxpark in Wembley,” the Met Police said.

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Man Gets Knocked Out By Ex-British Heavyweight Champ Julius ... (LADbible)

A rowdy BOXPARK Wembley guest was knocked out cold by ex-British heavyweight champion Julius Francis on Monday.

"If some whack s**t happens, you can take a breath and walk away - handle s**t in a million different ways. Ppl get so pumped up and loud like the earth is imploding. He got caught up in the tension and lost control.” But Francis doesn't need to do that. Free rein at that point.” A spokesperson for BOXPARK told LADbible: "Our team are aware of footage being shared online.

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Who is Julius Francis? Ex-heavyweight champ who fought Mike ... (The Sun)

ONE of Mike Tyson's main rivals was Julius Francis - the boxer who retired from the ring in 2006.Get to know more about Julius Francis, his meeting wi.

"We would like to stress that the safety and welfare of our customer and out staff is our number one priority." Following the incident, Francis was sentenced to 140 hours of unpaid work and a £200 compensation to the victim. Julius Francis and Mike Tyson fought it off in the ring on January 28, 2000 in Manchester.

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Boxpark CEO backs Julius Francis after boxer-turned-bouncer one ... (Daily Star)

BOXPARK CEO Roger Wade has offered his full support to Julius Francis after the former British boxing champion turned security guard delivered a one-punch ...

I completely support Julius, and any security guard who is placed in this situation." and "I’ll f**k you up!” as he shoves multiple people outside the venue. Wade wrote: "Woke up to a viral story about one of our security team.

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Julius Francis involved in charity boxing match to raise money for ... (talkSPORT.com)

Two decades after Julius Francis made the headlines for taking on Mike Tyson, he is back in the news for fighting... but this time outside of the ring.

Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits and are available for use upon settlement of qualifying bets. “Went a little under the radar,” Cassius said. but this time outside of the ring.

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Ex-Boxer Julius Francis KOs Man With One Punch While Working ... (TMZ)

Former heavyweight boxer Julius Francis -- who famously fought Mike Tyson in 2000 -- knocked out a man cold while working a security gig on Monday.

The man appeared to be out cold for several moments. Ex-Boxer Julius Francis Knocks Out Man With One Punch While Working Security Gig Ex-Boxer Julius Francis KOs Man With One Punch While Working Security Gig

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Police Issue Statement After Viral Knockout From Mike Tyson ... (SPORTbible)

Julius Francis, an ex British heavyweight champion, knocked out a man causing trouble outside BoxPark Wembley.

"The incident took place shortly after 17.00hrs on Saturday 11 June. Officers were called and attended the venue. What would you do next if you were in my shoes? The footage was widely shared on social media, with viewers in disbelief at the brutal knockout.

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Julius Francis is the nicest man I've met – I stand by him, says ... (The Sun)

BOXER-turned-bouncer Julius Francis has the full backing of his employer after he KO'd a rowdy customer.The former heavyweight champ, who once fought.

What would you do next if you were in my shoes? "It was an instinctive decision to support Julius and give him the benefit of the doubt that he felt under immediate threat and needed to defend himself. And Wade himself said in a later LinkedIn post: "I’ve been amazed by the supportive comments I have received about the Julius Francis security incident. "Finally the person approached Julius in a confrontational manner and he defended himself. "Julius Francis, ex UK heavyweight boxing champion, is one of the nicest people I have ever met and helps train young underprivileged kids boxing in his spare time. And CEO Roger Wade has since offered his support to Francis, describing him as "one of the nicest people I have ever met".

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Julius Francis, ex-Mike Tyson rival, faces no police action after ... (Mirror.co.uk)

Former heavyweight Julius Francis will not face charges after he was filmed knocking out a rowdy customer at the weekend while working as a security guard ...

Julius Francis is the ex-UK heavyweight boxing champion, he is one of the nicest people I have ever met and helps train young underprivileged kids boxing in his spare time," he said in a statement. The former boxer then bursts onto the scene to help deal with the situation, landing a booming right hand which left the heckling customer out cold on the floor. A group had been ejected and one male customer had become involved in a confrontation with security staff.

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Julius Francis' Wikipedia page has been edited after Boxpark punch (GiveMeSport)

Former British heavyweight champion Julius Francis has had his Wikipedia page updated with hilarious results. It is following the exchange he had while ...

What would you do next if you were in my shoes? “How would you react if someone approached you violently? Back in the 1990s, Francis was the British and Commonwealth heavyweight champion and he was one of the most feared fighters in Britain.

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