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Paulus Moses
Paulus Moses (born 4 June 1978) is a Namibian professional boxer who held the WBA (Regular) lightweight title from 2009 to 2010.
Professional career
WBA lightweight champion
On 3 January 2009 Moses fought against the WBA Lightweight champion Yusuke Kobori in Pacifico Yokohama in Kanagawa Prefecture Yokohama City in Japan. Moses won the fight on points and became the new world champion. Moses defended that title on 25 July 2009 by unanimous decision over Takehiro Shimada.
Losing the title
The hitherto undefeated Moses was knocked out by challenger Miguel Acosta by a sixth-round knockout on 30 May 2010.
WBO lightweight title challenge
Moses challenged newly installed WBO Lightweight champion, Ricky Burns on 10 March 2012, he lost via unanimous decision.
Professional boxing record
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