Who Is Billy Joe Saunders? Age, Biography, and Wiki
Billy Joe Saunders was born on August 30, 1989, which makes him 35 years old in 2025. Hailing from Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, England, he began boxing at the age of 15 and quickly became known for his exceptional skill and agility in the ring. Saunders turned professional in 2009 and has held several middleweight titles, most notably the WBO Middleweight Title. His ability to move and outmaneuver opponents has made him a prominent figure in British boxing.
| Occupation | Sports |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | August 30, 1989 |
| Age | 35 Years |
| Birth Place | Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, England |
| Horoscope | Virgo |
| Country | England |
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Billy Joe Saunders's Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
Billy Joe Saunders stands at an impressive height of 5 feet 11 inches (180 cm) and generally competes in the middleweight and super middleweight divisions. His weight typically ranges from 160 to 168 pounds (72.5 to 76 kg) depending on the weight class he is fighting in. His fitness regime and dedication to his craft have enabled him to maintain peak physical condition throughout his career.
Billy Joe Saunders (born 30 August 1989) is a former British professional boxer. He is the first fighter from the Travelling community to win world championships in two weight classes, including the WBO middleweight title from 2015 to 2018 and the WBO super-middleweight title from 2019 to 2021.
At regional level, he held the European, British, and Commonwealth middleweight titles between 2012 and 2015. Saunders represented Great Britain at the 2008 Olympics as an amateur, reaching the second round of the welterweight bracket. In the same year, he won gold at the EU Championships.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
As of 2025, Billy Joe Saunders has kept much of his personal life private, but it is known that he is in a committed relationship with his long-time girlfriend, with whom he shares children. He often shares glimpses of his family life on social media, including moments spent with his kids. Fans and followers admire him not only for his boxing prowess but also for his dedication to family.
It would be almost another year until Saunders had his next fight. On 26 July 2014 he added to his title collection with an eighth-round knockout of Emanuele Blandamura, earning him the European middleweight title. Immediately after the Blandamura fight, Saunders called out another undefeated British prospect and archrival Chris Eubank Jr.
Prolonged negotiations ensued between Frank Warren and Eubank's team (led by his father Chris Eubank Sr.), with the highly anticipated fight eventually signed in October and taking place on 29 November. All three of Saunders' titles were on the line, as well as being an eliminator for the WBO world middleweight title.
The rivalry and build-up was likened to the first fight between Nigel Benn and Chris Eubank in 1990. Saunders went on to defeat Eubank via split decision; two judges had scores of 115–114 and 115–113 for Saunders, with the third judge scoring 116–113 for Eubank.
Having secured his third defence of the British middleweight title, Saunders earned the Lonsdale Belt outright; he gave this to his father Tommy as a Christmas present.
Net Worth and Salary
As of 2025, Billy Joe Saunders' estimated net worth is around $10 million. His wealth primarily stems from his professional boxing career, lucrative endorsement deals, and various business ventures. Saunders has earned significant amounts from high-profile fights and is known for securing six-figure sums per bout. Furthermore, his investments in fitness and personal training enterprises contribute to his impressive portfolio.
On 8 July, Saunders revealed that he would be fighting on 17 September, likely on the undercard of Canelo Álvarez vs. Liam Smith at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, which would have been broadcast on HBO pay-per-view in the US. It was rumoured that this would set up a WBO middleweight title defence against Álvarez in December.
However, Golden Boy Promotions vice president Eric Gomez told ESPN on 14 August that Saunders would no longer feature on the undercard due to him rejecting all of the opponents presented to him. Opponents supposedly brought forward by Golden Boy were Gabriel Rosado, Curtis Stevens, and Willie Monroe Jr.
Career, Business, and Investments
Billy Joe Saunders has had a dynamic boxing career, with notable victories and championship titles. He is a two-time world champion, having held titles in both the middleweight and super middleweight divisions. Beyond boxing, Saunders is involved in several business ventures, including a fitness brand and online training programs aimed at aspiring boxers. His entrepreneurial spirit shines through his investments, particularly in the health and wellness sectors.
Social Network
Billy Joe Saunders is quite active on social media, where he interacts with fans and shares insights into his life as a boxer. He has a substantial following on platforms like Instagram and Twitter, boasting over 500,000 followers combined. His social media presence allows him to connect with fans, promote his fights, and share training tips, making him a relatable figure in the boxing community.
Saunders started off slow, showing signs of ring rust. Up until round 5, Akavov was the aggressor and doing enough to take the rounds. In rounds 5, 6, 7 and 8, Saunders bounced back and hit combos landing power shots in the process. This seemed to have tired Saunders out for the last two rounds. The fight went the full 12 rounds.
Saunders won on all scorecards claiming a unanimous decision to retain his WBO title. The three judges scored it 116–113, 116–112, and 115–113 in favour of Saunders.
Immediately following the announcement, Saunders took the microphone off the MC and thanked the live crowd for coming and harshly criticized himself on his performance, "There was nothing there. I've been out a year, a bit overweight. A few adjustments to camp. Just flat, really, really flat.
I'd like to apologise to the fans, especially who paid for it. Terrible performance." According to Compubox Stats, Saunders landed 85 punches of 579 thrown (14%), with 51 jabs landed and Akavov landed 81 of his 624 thrown (13%), this included 44 power punches.
Education
While specific details about Billy Joe Saunders' formal education are limited, it is known that he pursued boxing at a young age, which shaped his career path. His experiences and dedication to the sport have provided him with a practical education in both boxing techniques and the business aspects of being a professional athlete.
After retaining his belts against Jacobs, Gennady Golovkin stated that he wanted to unify the middleweight division and hold all the belts available. Golovkin said, "My goal is all the belts in the middleweight division. Of course, Billy Joe is the last one.
It is my dream." Rumours of the fight taking place in Golovkin's home country Kazakhstan in June during the EXPO 2017. The last time Golovkin fought in his home country was in 2010. On 20 March, Golovkin said that he would fight Saunders in his native Kazakhstan or the O2 Arena in London.
