Summary
Bilal Fawaz, an English light-middleweight boxing champion and Uber driver, is set to fight Ishmael Davis for the British and Commonwealth titles in Nottingham. Fawaz, originally from Nigeria, has experienced significant personal challenges, including growing up in abusive conditions and navigating the care system in the UK. Despite being a champion, he still lacks a passport and balances multiple jobs.
Key Facts
- Bilal Fawaz is set to fight Ishmael Davis for the British and Commonwealth boxing titles.
- Fawaz is an Uber driver, personal trainer, fitness instructor, and professional boxer.
- He was born in Nigeria to a Beninese mother and a Lebanese father and faced severe abuse growing up.
- Fawaz was trafficked to London at 14 and forced into modern slavery.
- He has faced challenges with the care system and has a criminal record for minor offences.
- Despite being a British boxing champion, Fawaz still does not have a UK passport.
- He has won 10 professional fights, with one defeat and one draw.
