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The Fighter of Resilience recounts the true-life story of Cassius Baloyi known as The Hit Man and Mr. Shy Guy
for his physical and character traits. Born and raised under harsh
circumstances in Malamulele in the Northern Province of Limpopo, South
Africa, he found solace in boxing, using the sport as an escape.
This exciting and engaging biography traces his journey from humble
beginnings to becoming a legendary boxer named after the great Mohammed
Ali. He gained an extraordinary boxing record from 1994 to 2012,
becoming the only South African to ever win six World Titles across
three weight categories. His story is one of resilience and
determination, overcoming his difficulties, his struggles, his
vicissitudes, but above all his great ability to always get back up and
recover. During his life he had the honour of knowing and receiving a
visit from President and Nobel Prize laureate Nelson Mandela. A devoted
father of two girls, he never abandoned his faith in Christ, despite
life's many challenges.
A model of faith and perseverance.
After retiring from professional boxing, Cassius launched the Cassius
Baloyi Boxing Academy, a non-profit organization, dedicated to teaching
boxing to underprivileged youth, to raise new champions.
