Sharif Bogere (The Lion) boxer

Sharif Bogere (born October 8, 1988) is a Ugandan professional boxer in the Lightweight division. He is a one-time WBO NABO Lightweight Champion and was named the 2010 Outstanding Young Male Boxer of the Year. Bogere is currently signed to Mayweather Promotions. Bogere is known for his flamboyant ring entrances and aggressive fighting style. He is currently trained by legendary trainer Kenny Adams.Sharif grew up living the first 18 years of his life in Kampala, the capital city of Uganda.Bogere began fighting - unwillingly - when he was 7 years old, fending off thieves and bullies. Bogere beat everyone. Eventually, he made his way into a legitimate gym, where the older veteran boxers took notice of the kid whose shadowboxing looked so fluid and natural. He started spending all of his time at the gym, sometimes practicing for hours without hand wraps or spare change for a drink of water.This tough upbringing has translated Bogere into maintaining a strong work ethic in and out of the ring as well as a very humble personality.Sharif was a five-time African Champion and the captain of the Ugandan national boxing teamBogere finished his amateur career with an astounding record of 68 wins with just 4 losses (68-4-0).