WBA Light Heavyweight World Title: Juergen Braehmer vs. Nathan Cleverly

WBA World Light Heavyweight Championship: Nathan Cleverly Top 5 Fights

WBA World Light Heavyweight Championship: Nathan Cleverly Top 5 Fights

Nathan Cleverly challenges Juergen Braehmer Saturday, Oct. 1, for the WBA LHW world title. Get pumped for this scrap by watching Cleverly's top-five fights here.

Sep 27, 2016 by Flo Boxing
WBA World Light Heavyweight Championship: Nathan Cleverly Top 5 Fights
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British powerhouse Nathan Cleverly consistently wows boxing fans with his relentless style, grit, and determination, making him a boxer you simply can't miss. 

Saturday, the former titleholder Cleverly faces current WBA light heavyweight champion Juergen Braehmer live on FloBoxing. To prepare for the oncoming storm, relive the top-five fights of Cleverly's illustrious career, compiled here for your viewing pleasure. 


1. December 11, 2010: Nathan Cleverly vs. Nadjib Mohammedi


Taking on Nadjib Mohammedi, Cleverly impressively wins his first world title by unanimous decision in front of his home country fans.



2.  October 15, 2011: Nathan Cleverly vs. Tony Bellew


In one of his most memorable fights to-date, Cleverly defeats his countryman and rival Tony Bellew by razor-thin majority decision to retain his WBO Light Heavyweight championship.



3.  April 20, 2013: Nathan Cleverly vs. Robin Krasniqi


In one of his best performances to date, Cleverly wins 35 of 36 rounds on judges scorecards in his unanimous decision title defense victory. This full, 12-round domination stands as one of the best all-around performances of Cleverly's career.



4.  August 17, 2013: Nathan Cleverly vs. Sergey Kovalev


Stepping up to make a title defense against the most feared fighter in the division, Cleverly fought bravely but ultimately could nto stand up to the power of Kovalev. Despite the defeat, Cleverly showed his trademark toughness, impressing many existing fans and making new ones in the process. 



5.  October 16, 2015: Nathan Cleverly vs. Andrzej Fonfara


Even though he lost a close decision, Cleverly won the respect of boxing fans all over the world, as he and Andrezej Fonfara put on what many called the fight of the year for 2015.



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