Ebanie Bridges, also known as the 'Blonde Bomber,' is a professional boxer from Australia who was born on September 22, 1986, in New South Wales. She holds the IBF World Bantamweight title with a current record of 9 wins and 1 loss (9-1-0). As the youngest of three siblings and the only girl in her family, Bridges started her martial arts training with karate at the age of five, transitioning to kickboxing and Muay Thai during secondary school. Later on, she ventured into competitive bodybuilding, earning numerous regional and state titles under Arina Manta's guidance over eight years.
Ebanie Bridges entered the professional boxing scene on February 8, 2019, at the Hordern Pavilion in Sydney, as part of the undercard for Tim Tszyu vs. Denton Vassell. In her debut match, she faced Filipino fighter Mahiecka Pareno (2–1–0) and secured a victory through a majority decision. Despite being knocked down in the first round and later discovering a broken ankle sustained during the fight, Bridges exhibited resilience and toughness, ultimately emerging victorious. She is now scheduled to fight Miyo Yoshida on December 9, 2023.
Ebanie Bridges rumored boyfriend Kell Brook
Ebanie Bridges is rumored to be in a relationship with retired British professional boxer Kell Brooke. The speculation arose as Bridges shared a picture with Brook, joking about having children with him and mentioning her outfit being chosen by "Special K." Responding to an accusation that she gets involved with married men, Bridges asserted that Brook had split with his wife more than a year ago. Bridges further fueled the rumors with playful responses to comments on her social media posts, leaving fans speculating about a potential relationship with Brook.
Who is Kell Brooke?
Ezekiel "Kell" Brook, born on May 3, 1986, is a retired British professional boxer. Brooke held the IBF welterweight title from 2014 to 2017 and made a challenge for a unified middleweight world title in 2016. He also secured multiple regional welterweight titles, including the British welterweight title from 2008 to 2010.
In May 2017, he was recognized as the world's best active welterweight by The Ring magazine. He held a professional boxing record of 40 wins and 3 losses (40-3) at the time of his retirement.
Ebanie Bridges Conor McGregor Relationship
Ebanie Bridges, the IBF female bantamweight champion, is known for her association with UFC superstar Conor McGregor. Bridges has been alongside McGregor at various events, most recently during Anthony Joshua's boxing match against Robert Helenius. McGregor introduced Bridges as one of his ring girls to promote his Forged Irish Stout brand, a company she now endorses on her social media.
In response to critics who suggest McGregor sponsors her solely based on her appearance, Bridges stated in an interview that McGregor supports many boxers through Forged Stout and that their collaboration runs deeper. She sees McGregor as an inspiration in business and values their natural working relationship, intending to continue working together throughout her boxing career.
Last Updated On December 7, 2023
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A. Ebanie Bridges is rumored to be dating retired boxer Kell Brooke.
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A. Ebanie Bridges holds a professional boxing record of 9 wins to 1 loss (9-1-0).
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A. Ebanie Bridges is from New South Wales, Australia.