Quick Info
| Profession | Professional boxer |
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| Nationality | Stateless; associated with Nigeria and the United Kingdom |
| Date of Birth | 03/04/1988 |
| Age | 38 years |
| Birthplace | Nigeria |
Latest News about Bilal Fawaz
03/10/2026
Bilal Fawaz was set to defend his British and Commonwealth super-welterweight titles on 3 October 2026. His official Instagram account also promoted the fight date, confirming his continued activity as a reigning champion.
21/02/2026
Fawaz faced Ishmael Davis in February 2026 for the British and Commonwealth super-welterweight titles after winning the English title in a rematch with Junaid Bostan. The bout marked a major step in his rise from long-delayed professional debut to championship-level boxing.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Bilal Kelvin Fawaz |
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| Known For | British and Commonwealth super-welterweight champion |
| Summary | Bilal Fawaz is a stateless professional boxer and musician born in Nigeria who later based himself in London and represented England as an amateur. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5'11" |
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| Weight | Super-welterweight |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Qualification | Sports diploma |
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Personal Life
| Birth Background | Born in Nigeria to a Beninese mother and a Lebanese father. |
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| Early Life | Was trafficked to the United Kingdom as a child and later lived in London. |
| Other | Has been described as stateless and has faced long-running immigration issues. |
Family
| Father | Lebanese |
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| Mother | From Benin |
Career
| Amateur Career | Won the Amateur Boxing Association of England light-middleweight title in 2012 and represented England internationally six times. |
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| Professional Career | Turned professional in 2022 after receiving a work permit. |
| Titles | Held the English super-welterweight title and became British and Commonwealth super-welterweight champion in 2026. |
Style Quotient
| Boxing Style | Light-footed, elusive style |
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/officialbilalfawaz/ |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He was trafficked to the UK at age 14. | |
| 2. He joined the All Stars Boxing Club in Kilburn. | |
| 3. He has also been described as a musician. | |
| 4. He has not been able to travel outside the UK for years because of his immigration status. |