Austin Williams

Austin “Ammo” Williams is a professional boxer from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, born on May 3, 1996. He stands 6 feet 0 inches tall with a reach of 78 inches.Williams began his professional career in 2019. On November 6, 2021, Williams secured a unanimous decision victory over Conway in Las Vegas, winning the WBA International middleweight title. On October 14, 2023, Williams faced Sheeraz in a highly anticipated bout. Despite a competitive fight, Williams suffered his first professional loss by unanimous decision.

Austin Williams’ boxing style is marked by an unconventional but highly effective approach, particularly with his leaping right hand, which at times mirrors the unpredictability and explosiveness of Naoya Inoue. His punching style, while powerful, is reminiscent of the technique used by Gennady Golovkin, as he consistently keeps his head off the center line. This defensive tactic allows him to remain in position to land effective shots while avoiding counters.

A key to Williams’ success is his ability to stay in the pocket and pivot to the inside rather than stepping back or moving outside. This allows him to settle quickly, stay in range, and land powerful shots while keeping his balance and control. His understanding of distance is superb, which makes him a very dangerous offensive boxer. He’s able to control the flow of the fight, setting up attacks with precision while maintaining a strong defensive posture.

Though some critics note that Williams’ chin is sometimes exposed, others argue that his defense is underrated. Much like Naoya Inoue, he employs effective covers to protect himself, using a solid center of gravity to avoid punishment. This combination of strong offensive and defensive abilities makes him a versatile and dangerous fighter, capable of catching opponents off-guard while minimizing the risk of getting hit cleanly.