Stéphane Malenou
Stéphane Malenou
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| Born | Stéphane Malenou Chibonsou June 30, 1983 Douala, Cameroon |
| Other names | The Predator, The Outsider |
| Occupations | Boxer, Boxing Coach, Entrepreneur |
| Years active | 2003–2019 |
| Children | 2 |
Stéphane Malenou Chibonsou (born 30 June 1983) is a Cameroonian professional boxer, boxing coach, and entrepreneur. He competed as a super welterweight from 2003 to 2019. After his boxing career, he founded Le Ring by Outsider, a boxing academy in Montreal, Canada.
Early life and amateur career
Malenou was born in Douala, Cameroon, and is one of six siblings.[1] He began boxing at age 12 under coach Félix Kameni Tchatchoua, who became a mentor.[1] He attended General Leclerc High School and the Institut National de la Jeunesse et des Sports (INJS) in Yaoundé, where he developed his boxing skills.[2]
As an amateur, Malenou represented Cameroon at the 2002 Amateur World Championships in Kazakhstan.[3] Under the guidance of Professor Pierre Edmond Banga, Cameroon's National Technical Director, he received a French Cooperation Scholarship which enabled his participation in the tournament.[2]
Professional career
France (2003–2007)
Malenou began his professional career in France in November 2003.[3] In June 2004, he won the Lightweight title at the French International Cup in Clément, France.[4] The following year, he advanced to the finals of the same tournament as a welterweight, finishing as a finalist.[3]
United States (2008–2016)
In 2008, Malenou relocated to New York City, training at Gleason's Gym in Brooklyn under manager Damon de Berry.[4] He later moved to Las Vegas, Nevada, where he trained at the Mayweather Boxing Club[5] and received guidance from Floyd Mayweather Sr.[6] His career in this period was hampered by hand injuries, which required surgeries in 2015 and 2016.[6]
Canada (2017–2019)
Malenou fought in Montreal in June 2017 and in Toronto in 2019 before being inactive from professional competition.[7]
Fighting style and influences
Malenou was known for his aggressive style and nickname "The Predator."[8] He cited Floyd Mayweather Jr. as a major influence on his defensive technique.[8]
Post-boxing career and business
Malenou founded Le Ring by Outsider, a boxing academy in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.[9] The academy focuses on training athletes of all levels and promotes boxing for personal development. He also established the Le Ring Association, a non-profit organization with a social and humanitarian mission, operating in Montreal, France, and Cameroon.[10]
References
- 1 2 "Stéphane Malenou Dans Le Sporting Club #125". VL Média. 5 Jan 2016. Retrieved 25 September 2025.
- 1 2 "CAMLIONS.COM: Le Portail Du Sport Camerounais". Biangue Networks. 21 Oct 2006. Retrieved 25 September 2025.
- 1 2 3 "Stephane Malenou". BoxRec. Retrieved 25 September 2025.
- 1 2 Buisson, Alexis (21 April 2008). "The American dream in the fists". France-Amérique.
- ↑ "Boxing Gym & Group Fitness Classes". Mayweather Boxing + Fitness. Retrieved 2025-10-02.
- 1 2 Robinson, Chris (7 June 2014). "Introducing the real Stephane Malenou". HustleBoss. Retrieved 25 September 2025.
- ↑ Portis, Robert (10 Sep 2017). "Fight Night at the Tohu". The Fight City. Retrieved 25 September 2025.
- 1 2 "SPORT - Stéphane Malenou, Ancien Champion De Boxe Se Confie". CHOQ FM 105.1.
- ↑ "Le Ring – Welcome to the Corner". Retrieved 25 September 2025.
- ↑ "Le Ring Association". Retrieved 25 September 2025.
External links
- Boxing record for Stéphane Malenou from BoxRec (registration required)