Meldrick Taylor
"The Kid"
- Age: 59 yrs
- Nationality: USA
- Born: 19th October 1966
- Place of birth: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
- Residence: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
- Division: Welterweight
- Height: 5ft 8"
- Reach: 66.1"
- Reach Ratio: 0.98
- Stance: Orthodox
- Debut: 15th Nov 1984
- Status: Retired Professional Boxer
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Meldrick Taylor Boxing Statistics
Welterweight
Division
17 yrs
Career
USA
Nationality
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
Residence
Meldrick Taylor Biography
Meldrick Taylor is a retired professional boxer from the USA who competed in the Welterweight division (147 lbs (66.7 kg)).
Born on October 19, 1966 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA, Taylor made his professional debut on November 15, 1984. After retiring on July 20, 2002, Taylor left behind a career spanning over 17 years.
Known for his orthodox stance, Taylor competed professionally for over 17 years.
Tale of the Tape
| Attribute | Stats | vs Division Avg |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 172cm cm | -3 cm |
| Reach | 168cm cm | -10 cm |
Meldrick Taylor Championships
IBF
Super Lightweight Champion
Sep 1988 - Mar 1990
WBA
Welterweight Champion
Jan 1991 - Oct 1992
Frequently Asked Questions About Meldrick Taylor
What division does Meldrick Taylor fight in?
Meldrick Taylor competed in the Welterweight division (147 lbs (66.7 kg)) throughout a professional boxing career before retiring from the sport.
This division has featured legendary fighters including Sugar Ray Robinson, Sugar Ray Leonard, Thomas Hearns and Felix Trinidad.
Where is Meldrick Taylor from?
Meldrick Taylor is originally from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA and represented USA throughout a professional boxing career.
How old is Meldrick Taylor?
Meldrick Taylor is 59 yrs old, born on 19th October 1966, and retired from professional boxing on 20th Jul 2002.
What boxing stance does Meldrick Taylor fight out of?
Meldrick Taylor boxed out of the Orthodox stance and is 5ft 8in tall.
When did Meldrick Taylor begin their professional boxing career?
Meldrick Taylor turned professional on 15th Nov 1984, and competed for 17 yrs in the Welterweight division.
When did Meldrick Taylor retire from boxing?
Meldrick Taylor retired from professional boxing on 20th Jul 2002, concluding a career of 17 yrs of competition in the Welterweight division.