Prince Naseem Hamed, “Naz” for short, was born on February 12, 1974, in Sheffield England. Hamed, the son of Yemeni immigrants, took up boxing at a young age. He fast-tracked his amateur career, learning from Brendan Ingle, with an exceptional mix of speed, power and personality.
Career, Life and Achievements in Boxing
From 1992 to 2002, Prince Naseem fought as a professional boxer. He was known for his unconventional southpaw stance, lightning quickness and colorful ring entrances.
Key Titles:
- WBO Featherweight Championship
- IBF Featherweight Championship
- WBC Full-Title Featherweight Champion
Fans across the world were entranced by how he fought in the ring and his knockout power.
Professional Boxing Record
| Total Fights | Wins | Wins by KO | Losses | Draws |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37 | 36 | 31 | 1 | 0 |
Prince Naseem recorded only one loss in his professional career, against Marco Antonio Barrera in 2001. And it was all only he shied away soon after the second step.
Financial Success and Wealth
Prince Naseem earned some of the biggest pay packets of any boxer in his time.
Career earnings: 14 million dollars per year, fight money and endorsements.
2024 Net Worth: $33 million.
He made a lot of money, not just from boxing, but from investors and sponsors too.
Family and Personal Life
In 1998, Prince Naseem married Eleasha Elphinstone, with whom he has two sons:
Aadam Hamed: A rising pugilist who has already started his pro career
Sami Hamed: Joined Misfits Boxing in August 2024 for celebrity-style boxing.
And while both sons follow in their father’s footsteps, they also plan to make their mark.
Recent Developments
Prince Naseem is now retired (obviously), but the shadows he cast over boxing continue to loom large.
He teased fighting Jake Paul, leading to rampant speculation on social media.
It further cemented his position as a big player in the boxing scene
Legacy and Impact
There is more to Hamed than his stats in the ring. He reshaped that sport forever with the performance he put on, where art met virtuosity. He is cited as an inspiration for many modern boxers.
Hall of Fame: 2015 inductee into the International Boxing Hall of Fame
Impact One Final Time: Still inspires fighters today with his unique style and confidence
The Hamed Legacy Continues
Meanwhile, the Prince Naseem family carries on under the watchful eye of Aadam and Sami, as they make their way into new places in life. Pro-boxing fans have yet to receive their contributions.
