'I'm broken': Son confirms death of legendary Australian boxer
His death was confirmed by his son, boxer Anthony Mundine.
Australian boxing legend Tony Mundine has passed away at the age of 75. The news was confirmed by his son, former world champion Anthony Mundine, who expressed his grief on social media. "I don't know what to say, I'm broken," Mundine wrote, adding that he was grateful for his father's support and love throughout his life. Mundine, born in Baryulgil, New South Wales, had a remarkable career, becoming the only Australian boxer to compete in four weight divisions and holding titles at middleweight, light-heavyweight, cruiserweight, and heavyweight.
His professional career peaked with a world title challenge against Argentine Carlos Monzon in 1974, which he lost by knockout. Despite this setback, Mundine claimed he had fulfilled a childhood dream. Tributes poured in from the boxing community, praising Mundine as a gentleman and one of Australia's greatest fighters. Anthony Mundine, his grandson Rahim Mundine, and his cousin Warren Mundine are among those mourning the loss of the iconic boxer.
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