Jurgen Blin was a German boxer who died on May 7, 2022.
He faced Muhammad Ali and became the European heavyweight champion.
He died at the age of 79.
Jurgen Blin cause of death
After suffering from renal difficulties, the ex-fighter died.
Blin, on the other hand, garnered tremendous acclaim for his performance and was rewarded six months later by capturing the European title.
He won the title by unanimous decision against Jose Manuel Urtain in Madrid.
During his professional career, which lasted nine years from 1964 to 1973, he won 31 of his 48 fights.
Jurgen Blin wife and children
Jurgen Blin’s wife and children were documented.
Blin also notably lost to Joe Bugner on two occasions.
The first was a split decision in 1971, followed by a rematch the following year, with Bugner scoring a knockout.
Blin’s final fight was in Denver against Ron Lyle, which he lost by TKO.
Jurgen Blin net worth at the time of death
Blin was worth 4 to 5 million dollars as of 2022.
After hanging up his gloves, the German went on to own a tavern and numerous snack cafes.
Jurgen Blin funeral and burial service
Blin’s funeral plans are yet to be released by the family.
He was a force back in the day.
