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Ryan Rozicki

Ryan Rozicki is a Canadian professional boxer who competes in the cruiserweight division.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Ryan Rozicki is a Canadian professional boxer who competes in the cruiserweight division. Born in Sydney Forks, Nova Scotia on February 20, 1995, he is known for his knockout power and has held regional and international cruiserweight titles. Rozicki fights out of an orthodox stance and goes by the nickname 'The Bruiser'.

Early life and amateur beginnings

Ryan Rozicki was born in Sydney Forks, Nova Scotia, and began boxing at age 15. Public profiles and interviews describe him as coming from Cape Breton, where he developed a reputation for toughness before turning professional.

Professional boxing career

Rozicki made his professional debut on October 15, 2016, defeating Donald Willis by third-round technical knockout. In 2018, he signed with Three Lions Promotions and went on to capture several regional cruiserweight titles.

Titles and notable bouts

Among Rozicki’s early title wins were the CPBC North American cruiserweight title in 2017, the vacant WBA-NABA Canada cruiserweight title in 2018 after stopping Abokan Bokpe, and the vacant WBC International Silver cruiserweight title in 2019 by defeating Shawn Miller. Later reporting describes him as a top-ranked cruiserweight contender and notes that his bout with Chris Billam-Smith ended in a seventh-round retirement.

Style and reputation

Rozicki is known as a hard-punching cruiserweight with a strong knockout record. Sources describe him as fighting in an orthodox stance and emphasize his aggressive style and finishing ability.

Key facts

  • Rozicki began boxing at age 15 and made his professional debut in October 2016.
  • He won the CPBC North American cruiserweight title in 2017 and added the WBA-NABA Canada and WBC International Silver cruiserweight titles in the following years.
  • His professional record is marked by a high knockout rate, earning him the nickname 'The Bruiser'.
  • Rozicki is a Canadian cruiserweight from Sydney Forks, Nova Scotia.
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Canadian context

Rozicki is a Canadian boxer from Nova Scotia and has fought several notable bouts in Canada, including title fights in Sydney, Nova Scotia.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Ryan Rozicki?
Ryan Rozicki is a Canadian professional cruiserweight boxer from Sydney Forks, Nova Scotia.
What is Ryan Rozicki’s nickname?
His nickname is "The Bruiser".
When did Ryan Rozicki make his professional debut?
He made his professional debut on October 15, 2016.
What titles has Ryan Rozicki won?
He has won the CPBC North American cruiserweight title, the WBA-NABA Canada cruiserweight title, and the WBC International Silver cruiserweight title.
What is Ryan Rozicki known for in boxing?
He is known for his knockout power and aggressive fighting style.
Where is Ryan Rozicki from?
He is from Sydney Forks, Nova Scotia, Canada.

References

  1. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ryan_Rozicki
    Supports: Birthplace, debut date, early title wins, and career milestones.
  2. World Boxing Associationhttps://www.wbaboxing.com/wba-boxer-profile?id=11123
    Supports: Nationality, birth date, nickname, height, and professional record summary.
  3. Tapologyhttps://www.tapology.com/fightcenter/fighters/199963-ryan-rozicki
    Supports: Birth date, nickname, fighting location, and basic boxer profile details.
  4. CBC Newshttps://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/nova-scotia/ryan-rozicki-boxer-shawn-miller-centre-200-1.5140299
    Supports: Canadian champion status and 2019 title bout in Sydney, Nova Scotia.
  5. Sky Sportshttps://www.skysports.com/boxing/news/12183/13551383/chris-billam-smith-claims-hometown-victory-over-ryan-rozicki-after-dramatic-stoppage-in-epic-cruiserweight-contest
    Supports: Recent high-profile bout result and cruiserweight context.