
Joe Cordina
Division: featherweight
Nationality: United Kingdom
Hometown: Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom
Birth Date: 1991-12-01
Height: 5.9 cm
Reach: 69 cm
Stance: orthodox
Professional Record
18
Wins
(9 by KO)1
Losses
(1 by KO)0
Draws
19
Total Fights
Biography
Joe Cordina was born on December 1, 1991, in Cardiff, Wales. Standing at 5 feet 9 inches tall, with a reach of 69 inches, Cordina is a proficient super-featherweight and lightweight boxer recognized for his remarkable amateur career and rapid ascent in the professional ranks. He first gained significant recognition in the boxing realm by winning a bronze medal at the 2014 Commonwealth Games and a gold medal at the 2015 European Amateur Championships. These accomplishments as an amateur facilitated his professional debut in 2017, during which he quickly earned acclaim for his technical skills and explosive power.
Technical Overview
Joe Cordina’s boxing style can be likened to the strategic and fluid movements of medieval cavalry, with his legs functioning as the powerful and steady horse that propels him across the competitive arena. Just as cavalry riders depend on their steeds for both speed and control, Cordina utilizes his legs to regulate the distance and dynamics of the fight. His footwork is characterized by agility, quickness, and precision, enabling him to maneuver around his opponent, close the distance, or evade danger swiftly. This mobility allows him to strike from unexpected angles, akin to a mounted knight navigating a battlefield, constantly positioning himself for the most advantageous assault. The strength and balance evident in his lower body serve as the foundation for his overall performance, empowering him to deliver strikes with both force and accuracy while maintaining the requisite balance to regulate the pace of the match.
Cordina may initially appear to dominate the contest with his jab, only to swiftly adjust his approach, transitioning from one flank to another while targeting either the body or head with well-timed hooks or crosses. This dynamic style makes him a formidable presence, consistently compelling his opponents to defend against unpredictable strikes from multiple angles.
Much like a knight in combat, who might simulate retreat to regroup before executing a decisive charge, Cordina excels at alternating between offensive and defensive strategies, allowing the natural flow of the fight to dictate his subsequent actions. His rhythm is ever-changing; one moment, he applies calculated pressure with his jab, and the next, he launches aggressive, powerful punches to the sides. His ability to adapt during these exchanges mirrors the unpredictable nature of cavalry charges, where a sudden maneuver can result in an unforeseen strike, thereby keeping his opponents vigilant and unable to anticipate his next move.
In summary, Cordina’s boxing style exemplifies the precision and tactical versatility reminiscent of medieval cavalry, characterized by calculation, continual adjustment, and readiness to strike when his opponent is least prepared. His use of feints, fluidity, and relentless pressure reflects the enduring strategies of cavalry warfare, where success is achieved through outmaneuvering and overwhelming adversaries incrementally.
Fight History
07/05/25 vs. Jaret Gonzalez Quiroz, W-UD, 10/10
05/18/24 vs. Anthony Cacace, L-TKO, 8/12
11/04/23 vs. Edward Vazquez, W-MD, 12/12
04/22/23 vs. Shavkatdzhon Rakhimov, W-SD, 12/12
06/04/22 vs. Kenichi Ogawa, W-KO, 2/12
12/11/21 vs. Miko Khatchatryan, W-UD, 10/10
08/14/21 vs. Joshuah Hernandez, W-KO, 1/10
03/20/21 vs. Faroukh Kourbanov, W-MD, 10/10
11/30/19 vs. Mario Enrique Tinoco, W-UD, 10/10
08/31/19 vs. Gavin Gwynne, W-UD, 12/12
04/20/19 vs. Andy Townend, W-TKO, 6/12
08/04/18 vs. Sean Dodd, W-UD, 12/12
03/31/18 vs. Hakim Ben Ali, W-TKO, 3/10
12/13/17 vs. Lee Connelly, W-TKO, 4/8
10/28/17 vs. Lester Cantillano, W-PTS, 4/4
09/01/17 vs. Jamie Speight, W-TKO, 1/6
05/27/17 vs. Josh Thorne, W-RTD, 1/4
04/29/17 vs. Sergej Vib, W-TKO, 1/4
04/22/17 vs. Jose Aguilar, W-TKO, 4/4