Archive · 1 Jun 2025
Boxing Legend Mike McCallum, 'The Bodysnatcher,' Dies at 68
Mike McCallum, a famous boxer from Jamaica, who was known as 'The Bodysnatcher' because of his strong punches, has died.
He was 68 years old.
He won championships in different weight classes, including super welterweight, middleweight, and light heavyweight.
He was so good that he was put into the International Boxing Hall of Fame.
After he stopped boxing, he became a trainer to help other boxers.
The Sports Minister expressed sadness at the loss of the champion.
Mike McCallum, a three-weight world champion and Hall of Famer, passed away on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at age 68.
McCallum, nicknamed 'The Bodysnatcher,' was known for powerful body punches and was a top middleweight contender.
He won world titles in super welterweight, middleweight, and light heavyweight divisions.
McCallum was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 2003.
Post-retirement, McCallum moved to Las Vegas and worked as a trainer.
- Who
- Mike McCallum, also known as 'The Bodysnatcher'.
- What
- Mike McCallum, a three-weight world champion boxer, died.
- When
- Saturday, May 31, 2025.
- Where
- Details surrounding the location of his death were not included in the article.
- Why
- The reason for his death has not been revealed in the article.
- Nickname
- The Bodysnatcher
- Age at Death
- 68
- Weight Classes
- Super welterweight, middleweight, and light heavyweight
- Hall of Fame Induction
- 2003
- Professional Record
- 49-5-1
- Knockouts
- 36