Jimmy Thunder
Ti'a James Senio Peau (3 February 1966 – 13 February 2020) known professionally as Jimmy Thunder, was a New Zealand professional boxer. He represented New Zealand, but also held the Australian heavyweight title twice, as well as the IBO and WBF heavyweight titles. He holds the world record for the fastest knockout (1½ seconds) in the history of boxing.[1]
Peau died in his sleep in Auckland on 13 February 2020, following brain surgery, aged 54.[2][3]
References
- ↑ Coffey, John (3 July 1998). "Trainer adamant Jimmy Thunder can go all the way". The Christchurch Press.
- ↑ "Samoan-born New Zealand boxer Jimmy 'The Thunder' Peau dies, aged 54". 1news. 13 February 2020. https://www.tvnz.co.nz/one-news/sport/other/samoan-born-new-zealand-boxer-jimmy-thunder-peau-dies-aged-54. Retrieved 13 February 2020.
- ↑ Boxer Jimmy 'The Thunder' Peau dies aged 54 after brain surgery. Stuff. 2020-02-13. https://www.stuff.co.nz/sport/combat-sports/119476529/boxer-jimmy-the-thunder-peau-dies-aged-54-after-brain-surgery.
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