Gerrie Coetzee

Gerrie Coetzee

"The Boksburg Bomber"

  • Age: 71 yrs
  • Nationality: South Africa South Africa flag
  • Born: 8th April 1955
  • Place of birth: Boksburg, Gauteng, South Africa South Africa flag
  • Residence: Boksburg, Gauteng, South Africa South Africa flag
  • Division: Heavyweight
  • Height: 6ft 4"
  • Reach: 81.1"
  • Reach Ratio: 1.07
  • Stance: Orthodox
  • Debut: 14th Sep 1974
  • Status: Retired Professional Boxer
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Gerrie Coetzee Boxing Statistics

Heavyweight
Division
22 yrs
Career
South Africa
Nationality
Boksburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Residence

Gerrie Coetzee Biography

Gerrie Coetzee is a retired professional boxer from South Africa who competed in the Heavyweight division (200+ lbs (90.7+ kg)).

Born on April 8, 1955 in Boksburg, Gauteng, South Africa, Coetzee made his professional debut on September 14, 1974. After retiring on June 8, 1997, Coetzee left behind a career spanning over 22 years.

Known for his orthodox stance, Coetzee competed professionally for over 22 years.

Tale of the Tape

AttributeStatsvs Division Avg
Height192cm cm-2 cm
Reach206cm cm+5 cm

Gerrie Coetzee Championships

WBA

Heavyweight Champion

Sep 1983 - Dec 1984

Frequently Asked Questions About Gerrie Coetzee

What division does Gerrie Coetzee fight in?

Gerrie Coetzee competed in the Heavyweight division (200+ lbs (90.7+ kg)) throughout a professional boxing career before retiring from the sport. This division has featured legendary fighters including Muhammad Ali, Joe Louis, Mike Tyson and Lennox Lewis.

Where is Gerrie Coetzee from?

Gerrie Coetzee is originally from Boksburg, Gauteng, South Africa and represented South Africa throughout a professional boxing career.

How old is Gerrie Coetzee?

Gerrie Coetzee is 71 yrs old, born on 8th April 1955, and retired from professional boxing on 8th Jun 1997.

What boxing stance does Gerrie Coetzee fight out of?

Gerrie Coetzee boxed out of the Orthodox stance and is 6ft 4in tall.

When did Gerrie Coetzee begin their professional boxing career?

Gerrie Coetzee turned professional on 14th Sep 1974, and competed for 22 yrs in the Heavyweight division.

When did Gerrie Coetzee retire from boxing?

Gerrie Coetzee retired from professional boxing on 8th Jun 1997, concluding a career of 22 yrs of competition in the Heavyweight division.

Historical Fight Reports

Michael Dokes vs Gerrie Coetzee

Sep 23, 1983

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