Brian Mitchell (boxer)

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1. When was Brian Mitchell (boxer) born?August 30, 1961
2. Where was Brian Mitchell (boxer) born?Johannesburg, South Africa
3. What was Brian Mitchell (boxer)'s job?1981 - 1995
4. What is the world titles held?WBA Super-Featherweight (1986-1991), The Ring Super-Featherweight (1986-1988), IBF Super-Featherweight (1991-1992)
5. What is the duration of WBA title reign?5 years (1986-1991)
6. Who is Brian Mitchell?Brian Mitchell is a famous boxer from Johannesburg, South Africa, born in 1961. He became a world champion in the super‑featherweight division during the 1980s and early 1990s.

Super-featherweight Division: A boxing weight class for male athletes typically weighing between 122 and 130 pounds (55.3 to 59 kg).
World Boxing Association (WBA): One of the four major sanctioning bodies in professional boxing, established in 1921.
The Ring Magazine Title: A prestigious championship belt awarded by The Ring magazine, often considered a de facto world title.
International Boxing Federation (IBF): A major sanctioning body in professional boxing, founded in 1983.