When George Kambosos Jr. stepped into the ring against Teofilo Lopez in 2021, few expected the Australian to walk away with four lightweight world titles. That night changed his career and bank account, but the journey since has been a rollercoaster of historic highs and devastating lows.
Age: 31 (born June 14, 1993) · Height: 5′ 9″ (175 cm) · Record: 22-4-0 (10 KOs) · Net Worth: Estimated $5–10 million · Last Fight: Loss to Richard Hitchins (KO, 2025) · Next Fight: TBD
Quick snapshot
- Record: 22-4-0 (10 KOs) (WBA Boxer Profile (governing body))
- Defeated Teofilo Lopez in 2021 to win unified lightweight title (Wikipedia (boxing encyclopedia))
- Lost to Devin Haney (twice) and Richard Hitchins (BoxingScene (specialist boxing news))
- Exact net worth (estimates vary) (EssentiallySports (boxing finance analysis))
- Retirement status (no official announcement) (BoxingScene (specialist boxing news))
- Next fight date and opponent (Box.live (boxing schedule tracker))
- Exact earnings from each fight (estimates vary by source) (EssentiallySports (boxing finance analysis))
- Record consistency across boxing databases (some sources show different totals) (Tapology (fight database))
- 2013: Professional debut (FightNights (boxing database))
- 2021: Defeated Teofilo Lopez (Wikipedia (boxing encyclopedia))
- 2025: Lost to Richard Hitchins by KO (BoxingScene (specialist boxing news))
- No retirement announced; plans to continue fighting (BoxingScene (specialist boxing news))
- Next fight TBD; comeback expected in 2025 (Box.live (boxing schedule tracker))
Ten key facts about Kambosos paint a complete picture of his career.
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| Full Name | George Kambosos Jr. |
| Nickname | Ferocious |
| Date of Birth | |
| Height | 5′ 9″ (175 cm) |
| Reach | 68″ (173 cm) |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Weight Class | Lightweight |
| Record | 22-4-0 (10 KOs) |
| Titles Won | IBF, WBA, WBC, WBO, IBO, Ring Magazine lightweight |
| Residence | Sydney, New South Wales, Australia |
What is George Kambosos’ record?
Professional boxing record
Kambosos’ professional record stands at 22 wins, 4 losses, and 0 draws, with 10 wins coming by knockout (WBA Boxer Profile (governing body)). He has fought 26 bouts since turning professional in 2013 (FightNights (boxing database)). His knockout ratio is approximately 38% of his wins.
Notable wins and losses
- Defeated Teofilo Lopez (2021) to become unified lightweight champion (Wikipedia (boxing encyclopedia))
- Lost to Devin Haney twice (2022 and 2023) by unanimous decision (BoxingScene (specialist boxing news))
- Lost to Richard Hitchins by KO (body shot, round 8) in 2025 (BoxingScene (specialist boxing news))
The implication: His win-loss arc shows a fighter who peaked early and now faces an uphill battle to reclaim relevance.
How much is George Kambosos worth?
Estimated net worth
Estimates of Kambosos’ net worth vary widely. In 2022, EssentiallySports (boxing finance analysis) reported his net worth at around $1.5 million. More recent estimates, including from boxing trackers, place it between $5–10 million, factoring in his career earnings from major fights and endorsements (Box.live (boxing schedule tracker)).
Earnings from major fights
Kambosos earned a reported $5 million guarantee for his fight against Teofilo Lopez, with total earnings including pay-per-view share estimated at $10 million (EssentiallySports (boxing finance analysis)). His subsequent bouts against Devin Haney and Richard Hitchins likely earned him smaller purses, though exact figures are not publicly disclosed.
Kambosos’ net worth may have peaked after the Lopez fight, but his recent losses have likely reduced his earning power. For a fighter who once dismissed the “instant millionaire” tag, the financial stakes are now different.
The catch: His earning power has declined in lockstep with his win-loss record, making each future bout a higher-stakes gamble.
Has George Kambosos retired?
Recent statements on retirement
Following his knockout loss to Richard Hitchins in June 2025, Kambosos hinted at retirement but did not make an official announcement (BoxingScene (specialist boxing news)). He stated he would continue fighting, dismissing the “instant millionaire” label (AS (Spanish sports daily)).
Future plans
Kambosos has not scheduled a next fight, but he remains active in training and has expressed interest in a comeback (Box.live (boxing schedule tracker)). No retirement press conference has been held.
The implication: Without a scheduled fight, his comeback remains aspirational rather than concrete.
Who defeated Kambosos?
List of losses
Kambosos has been defeated by three fighters in professional boxing:
- Devin Haney (twice): unanimous decision losses in 2022 and 2023 (BoxingScene (specialist boxing news))
- Richard Hitchins: knockout by body shot in round 8, June 14, 2025 (Wikipedia (boxing encyclopedia))
Details of recent defeat to Hitchins
The Hitchins loss was a stoppage in round 8 of a scheduled 12-round fight, with the referee calling a halt after a body shot (BoxingScene (specialist boxing news)). It was the first time Kambosos was stopped in his career.
How much did George Kambosos make vs. Teofilo Lopez?
Fight purse
Kambosos received a reported $5 million guarantee for the Lopez fight, a significant payday for a challenger (EssentiallySports (boxing finance analysis)).
PPV revenue
Including pay-per-view revenue, total earnings from the Lopez bout are estimated at $10 million (EssentiallySports (boxing finance analysis)). This remains the largest single payday of his career.
Three major fights, one pattern: Kambosos’ earnings peaked against Lopez and have declined since, mirroring his competitive trajectory.
| Opponent | Result | Year | Estimated Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teofilo Lopez | Win (title unification) | 2021 | $10 million |
| Devin Haney (first fight) | Loss (unanimous decision) | 2022 | ~$2 million |
| Richard Hitchins | Loss (KO round 8) | 2025 | ~$500,000 |
The pattern: Each consecutive loss has cut his purse significantly, making the Lopez payday an outlier rather than a baseline.
Kambosos’ physical and career specifications show a classic lightweight build with a reach that often puts him at a disadvantage against taller opponents.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Height | 5′ 9″ (175 cm) |
| Reach | 68″ (173 cm) |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Weight Class | Lightweight (135 lbs) |
| Total Fights | 26 |
| Wins by KO | 10 |
| Losses by KO | 1 |
| World Titles | 6 (IBF, WBA, WBC, WBO, IBO, Ring Magazine) |
Timeline of key events
- 2013 – Professional debut (win by KO) (FightNights (boxing database))
- 2021 – Defeated Teofilo Lopez to become unified lightweight champion (Wikipedia (boxing encyclopedia))
- 2022 – Lost to Devin Haney (first defense) (BoxingScene (specialist boxing news))
- 2023 – Rematch loss to Devin Haney (BoxingScene (specialist boxing news))
- 2025 – Lost to Richard Hitchins by KO (body shot) (BoxingScene (specialist boxing news))
The timeline reveals a rapid rise and an equally steep decline over just four years.
What we know and what’s unclear
Confirmed facts
- Record: 22-4-0 (10 KOs) (WBA Boxer Profile (governing body))
- Age: 31 (Martialbot (boxing statistics))
- Height: 5’9″ (WBA Boxer Profile (governing body))
- Defeated Teofilo Lopez (Wikipedia (boxing encyclopedia))
- Lost to Devin Haney (twice) and Richard Hitchins (BoxingScene (specialist boxing news))
What’s unclear
- Exact net worth (estimates vary) (EssentiallySports (boxing finance analysis))
- Retirement status (no official announcement) (BoxingScene (specialist boxing news))
- Next fight date and opponent (Box.live (boxing schedule tracker))
- Exact earnings from each fight (estimates vary by source) (EssentiallySports (boxing finance analysis))
- Record consistency across boxing databases (some sources show different totals) (Tapology (fight database))
“I’m not just an instant millionaire. I’m a fighter.”
George Kambosos Jr., commenting on his career after the Lopez victory
Kambosos has lost four of his last six fights, a stark indicator of his decline since the championship peak.
BoxingScene (specialist boxing news) analysis
For Kambosos, the choice is clear: rebuild his career in the lightweight division, or face the prospect of moving down to a less competitive weight class. For Australian boxing fans, the hope is that “Ferocious” can recapture the magic of 2021 before the window closes.
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Frequently asked questions
What is George Kambosos’ reach?
68″ (173 cm) (WBA Boxer Profile (governing body))
How many world titles has George Kambosos won?
Six: IBF, WBA, WBC, WBO, IBO, and Ring Magazine lightweight titles (Wikipedia (boxing encyclopedia))
What is George Kambosos’ fighting stance?
Orthodox (WBA Boxer Profile (governing body))
Who is George Kambosos’ wife?
His wife is Rebecca Kambosos. They have three children (Wikipedia (boxing encyclopedia))
What is George Kambosos’ next fight?
No fight has been scheduled as of now. He is expected to return in 2025 (Box.live (boxing schedule tracker))
When did George Kambosos turn professional?
2013 (FightNights (boxing database))
What is George Kambosos’ knockout ratio?
10 of 22 wins by knockout, roughly 45% (WBA Boxer Profile (governing body))
Where does George Kambosos train?
He trains in Sydney, Australia, at Ferocious Boxing Gym (Wikipedia (boxing encyclopedia))
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