Michael Dokes
American boxer (1958-2012) · United States · On the map · Athletes · Died at 54
Michael Marshall Dokes was an American professional boxer who competed from 1976 to 1997, and held the WBA heavyweight title from 1982 to 1983. As an amateur he won a silver medal in the heavyweight division at the 1975 Pan American Games.
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About this person
Country
United States
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1958 to 2012 · aged 54
Where to find them
The same award as Michael
Jamel HerringBoth received The Ring magazine Comeback of the Year
Jimmy EllisBoth received WBA World Heavyweight ChampionJimmy YoungBoth received The Ring magazine Comeback of the Year
Jack SharkeyBoth received WBA World Heavyweight ChampionOleg MaskaevBoth received The Ring magazine Comeback of the Year
Bruce SeldonBoth received WBA World Heavyweight Champion