Abass Baraou
GermanyAbass Baraou is an active professional boxer from Germany. He is the current WBA Light-Middleweight world champion and a former European amateur champion.
Player Profile and Personal Life
Abass Baraou was born on October 28, 1994, in Aalen, Germany. The German fighter is 177 cm tall.He has competed in the Light-Middleweight division during his professional tenure.
He fights from an orthodox position and is based in Berlin, Germany.
Career
Baraou began his professional campaign in April 2018 after a decorated amateur run. His amateur career included winning a gold medal at the 2017 European Championships and a bronze medal at the 2017 World Championships.He won the German Light-Middleweight title in just his second professional fight. In 2019, he captured the WBC International Title by defeating Carlos Molina. His first professional loss came in August 2020 via a split decision to Jack Culcay.
Baraou rebuilt his career, winning the vacant European Light-Middleweight title in March 2024 against Sam Eggington. In August 2025, he defeated the previously unbeaten Yoenis Tellez to win the WBA Interim Title. He was elevated to full WBA World Champion in September 2025.
Career Record:
Total - 18
Wins - 17
- By knockout – 9
- By decision - 8
Losses - 1
- By knockout – 0
- By decision - 1
Draws - 0
Medal Record
- 2017 - Kharkiv European Championships, Men’s Welterweight, Gold
- 2017 - Hamburg World Championships, Men’s Welterweight, Bronze
Abass Baraou FAQ
Where is Abass Baraou from?
Baraou was born in Aalen, Germany.
How many world titles has Abass Baraou won?
Abass Baraou has held the WBA Light-Middleweight world title.
What is Abass Baraou's professional record?
Baraou's professional boxing record is 17 wins and 1 loss.