Kirkland Laing - The Gifted One (R.I.P. 1954-2021)
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- Highlights of the highly talented and skilled former European Welterweight champion.
Kirkland Laing - Was a Jamaican-born, British welterweight boxer nicknamed The Gifted One. Laing fought 56 times in a twenty-year career, the highlight of which was a shock split decision win over Roberto Durán in September 1982. The fight was selected as Ring Magazine's upset of the year. He was a two-time winner of the British welterweight title and won the EBU welterweight title in 1990, with a second round knockout of Antoine Fernandez at the Wembley Conference Centre. R.I.P.
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haNZAgod
Unfortunately Kirkland Laing passed away yesterday. He was a supremely talented boxer who had the potential to become a great world champion but he suffered from the high life and being under-prepared in crucial bouts. At his absolute best he could cause many great fighters an upset, his career best performance came against Roberto Duran which was named upset of the year in 1982. My sincere condolences go out to his family and friends at this time.
Hey Hanzagod do you have any highlights for Bad Chad Dawson. If not could you do one for him?
Dope highlights
The man who beat Duran!
Please could you make a Dean Francis video? Thanks
R.I.P to the Kirkland Laing
, super talented but IMO that talent was a double edged sword for him...
What song is playing in the video?
Colvestone Boxing gym hackney my 2nd time in a boxing gym trying to use the heavy bag someone nudged me off the bag I turned around and he said you are doing it wrong. Showed me how to hit the bag then said if I see him doing anything wrong to correct him. I was like are you sure?🤔 After that someone told me thats kirkland Laing and he beat Duran. A very humble and respectful guy. Always encouraged youngsters in the gym and always would say hello in the street. RIP
Love stories like yours, we are the few .. Boxers
Thank you for your story
Didnt know about this Boxer. May he R.I.P. Seemed to have been a good character
I have pictures I shot of Kirkland and Michael Watson in that gym. Lovely blokes. RIP KL
@@royayersrules @jazzraspberry yes Micheal Watson was at the gym too :). We were always encouraged to go and talk to him. Really nice guys. I was a youngster coming straight off the streets they changed my attitude to life. I saw them spar a guy who had come straight out of prison and they made him quit in the middle of the 2nd round. They were telling him to carry on that way he will get stronger the guy just stepped through the ropes out the ring. He couldn't handle any more. I was astonished! The way they boxed was fantastic. Pure skills.I realised the real tough guys are the quiet humble ones who don't need a weapon or gang behind them and can stand alone in the ring.
Kirkland was a hugely talented boxer, it's just a shame his life outside the ring affected his boxing (he actually disappeared for months after the Duran fight and spent the time partying) I saw an interview with him and the interviewer said what a shame it was he didn't fill his full potential, Kirkland just answered, "don't feel sorry for me, I was always master of my own destiny"
Jason Phillips.Was it the satanda (?)one mate where the pundit goes looking for him and Kirkland meets him huge beard?The pundit said Duran made 3 million while Kirkland was partying.
@@jamesmccrindle8633 I think it was the satanda one as it was a good while ago and Kirkland did have a beard and was living in a flat that I think was a bit rundown.
He was interviewed by Buncy on setanta bless my brothers
If I disappear for months partying, it won't be a shame ;) ;) ;)
@@waynequincy5695 Thanks for the info I found the Buncy interview here czcams.com/video/oY_1iNtpb1E/video.html
Oh I didn’t realize of his passing. Thank you for making this hanzagod. It’s well deserved for Laing.
Firstly, big up yourself for making this video. I watch different boxing channels (some know a bit about what they are talking about) and NONE of them reported this. One particular one that I watch, asked a question of Black British sporting heroes, who achieved something amazing but were over looked. I emailed that guy and told him about Kirkland Laing. No reply, no response and to be honest, I am not even sure he knew who he was. I lived around the corner from Kirkland (Cecilia Road, Hackney) and we would see him all the time. He was older than me and my mates but my friends older Brothers all knew him. I went on to become a Middleweight, then Super Middleweight (trained out of Colvestone and Bannister House) but never forgot the fact that a local Man, went overseas and beat 'The Great' Roberto Duran, when Duran was still very dangerous. The disappointing thing for me was not the fact that he was naturally gifted but never reached his full potential because of his 'issues' and demons (we all have those), it is that when he was down, he was just tossed aside and forgotten. AND NO, this is not a Black thing (just in case you ask), this is a British Boxing thing. RIP Kirkland, the World Champion who never was.
Well said
Excellent, thanks for the insight. Used to love watching him.
Glad you clarified that this isn't a black thing, many don't then leading people to think everything is race related - We all have hearts, all have red blood and our shit stinks the same lol
I'm from nottingham and my first boxing coach was his brother tony laing who won a british title. I have always found it absurd how he had not been documented as much, not many people reach the heights that kirkland did but the scary thing is he could of probably been so much more.
“ Not a Black thing”, you my friend, are a righteous man! 🇺🇸
Cant believe he died. I was just using his clips to teach my guys how to properly counter with their rear power hand... RIP Brother, thanks for the memories
Man, I can’t believe I’ve never heard of him, but from what I saw here he was very good. And of course beating Duran is always highly impressive. Great video and RIP Kirkland Laing.
Him and Herol Graham were arguably the two most naturally gifted fighters to come out of Britain, and both came from Nottingham.
If Herol or Kirkland had had the Cobras knock out punching power they would have ruled world boxing in their era.
Remember watching Kirkland back in the day great boxer
RIP brother
Grew up a kid in the 80’s and marvelled at Kirkland’s style! He was brilliant to watch. Great boxer. Great man. Rip.
Thanks for doing this vid, one of my favourite boxers used to love watching him. I've been pretty dismayed that there's barely been a mention of his passing in the media, even in his hometown of Nottingham. RIP
Totally agree about the lack of mention in the media.
Best historical boxing channel out. Show proper love to all fighters from all over our globe no matter race, color, creed, etc. 🙏👑💪 🥊
thanks for the video. used to love watching him as a kid. you always got a pre nigel benn type tear up. god bless you kirkland
Thanks for the upload. He was GOOD! RIP Kirkland
If he beat Duran n just by the way he moves by the way he throws his punches by the way he used to settle his punches great video sad thing is I was born 1975 and this is the first time I hear about this guy but he was great. 💯
Boxing media is extremely usa-oriented. champions from europe and asia are often overlooked. There's been many amazing boxers who've never got the time of day by the american organisations. Most notably this is true for asian fighters in lighter weight classes and fighters from the old soviet states. Since this is youtube and many people on here are dicks i just want to assert that i didn't intend to come off as a know it all in any way and i'm sorry in advance if i sound lecturing or something to that nature. You probably already knew all this but i just wanted to offer my perspective being a european ex boxer. Anyway have a blessed day Jose!
@@DeathWithinTenSteps I'm telling you just like in Cuba I'm from Cuba and they won't let their best out yesterday a great baseball player and a great boxer came out got away from the from the Cuban guards. He landed the team went on a bus he went on a different bus it was set up perfect. I agree with you 100 they're a great boxers all over the world and we will never see them that's really sad.
@@DeathWithinTenSteps Agree with you
Master of the “hands down” style. Long before Graham or Ahmed. Rest In Paradise - The Gifted One 🥊
Hamed
Rip man..... Iv missed you for years not only now.... So from my pops DENNIS ANDRIES & FROM HIS ELDEST SON ME....... rip champ
I remember watching you dad live against Harding in London in 1991, and I remember watching his fights against Sibson and Hearns on TV he always give it his all, as for Kirkland he was a hugely talented boxer, I remember an interviewer saying how sad it was he didn't reach his full potential, Kirkland answered "don't feel sorry for me, I was always master of my own destiny", that always stuck with me.
Hi Wesley. How's your dad doing these days. Saw him live defending the WBC against an Argentine named Sergio Merani. Kirk was on the same bill, demolishing a Yank.
Your dad is a legend. May y'all be blessed and safe always.
That's mad your father's the great Dennis andries respect
@@martinireland9248 kirk did really well after his fall i will upload photos of him with his family and his funeral at some point
Thanks for the video. Such an entertaining fighter. Such swagger, talent & ability. RIP
I forgot him when he was still here...
RIP The Gifted One, the man who upset "The Hands of Stone" Roberto Duran
Duran came in so out of shape
@@xxlionroarxxxxxxxx4438 Yes, he was
A huge thank you for making this tribute video, I find it so sad that his name is never mentioned in the same breath as other UK boxing greats from the 80’s. RIP Champ.
Just viewed this video and feel really sad now. Kirkland was one of the most entertaining boxers out there and he will be truly missed.
Rest In Peace bro x
Laing pulled the upset because nobody thought he could. Duran slept on him. The most dangerous opponent is the one with nothing to lose. RIP Champ!
I'm from the same area as Kirkland, didn't know he had died. He was a truly talented boxer. Sad day.
I'm from England too but not the region you're from. After doing a bit of research I'm honestly disgusted and saddened by how his life turned out after boxing; similarly I can say the same regarding other boxers of the past too.
@@kaylemkerr6989 we used to see him hanging out drinking in parks with all the alcoholics, most people never knew he was a great boxer once upon a time. He was always a very pleasant character despite it all. Tragic.
The best sparring session I ever had with Kirkland Laing was before he had the fight with Roberto Duran. Kirkland was very focused for that fight, doing his runs and living good. My goodness was he sharp with lightning reflexes. After sparring with him it improved my boxing skills greatly. What an exceptional talent. After the Reberto Duran victory, Kirkland Laing disappeared in Jamaica raving and partying hard for a while, loosing his form and conditioning because he was intoxicated with weed and alcohol. R.I.P. To a great talent
Watched Kirkland doing his training runs around the marshes back in the day-like watching a gazelle in full flight-talented and a great character!!!!--
thanks for making this haNZAgod. It's a really nice tribute. Wow he was talented. He outclassed Duran on that night in 82. Best wishes Kirkland it was lovely to meet you
True legend RIP Gifted One 👊🏿
RIP Kirkland Laing. The video is spectacular as always, HanzaGod
Thank you for uploading
A great fighter who deserves the praise regardless of his activities outside the ring!
That's a very fine tribute.
Thanks for this Hanza 👍🏾🥊😞
So sad. Have fond memories of paying £4 to sit right at the back of the Albert Hall for Kirk's second fight with Colin Jones .Was it really 40 years ago? Also the buzz at my amateur club after the Duran win.
My favourite memory is walking into my local off licence in 1991 at the same time as an instantly recognisable figure. Conversation went
Me: You're Kirkland Laing, aren't you?
Kirk.( with chuckle). No.
Great fighter, great guy. RIP. Kirk, long may you be remembered.
All bs
Very sorry to hear of Kirkland Laing's passing.. was a real British boxing legend. RIP.
never heard of this guy in my life...phenomenal athlete and a very good boxer
Nice Tribute...Respect To this Man's Passing, Condolences to friends & Loved Ones, Fly High.
Sincere condolences to the Laing family from a N.Irish boxing fan.The Gifted One RIP.
Thanks!
Never heard of this kid but I have now.
100
From Ireland here🇨🇮 he was a fabulous boxer. So gifted. RIP Kirkland. 🙏🙏
Kirkland Laing is vital proof that natural ability is nothing without 100% dedication. Kirkland, you were the 'Gifted One'. But, alas. R.I.P you legend😪
Sad to learn he`s gone loved his fights with Colin Jones the contrasting styles made classic boxer vs puncher bouts
First time I saw this LEGEND was a Wednesday night on a bbc program called sports night 1980s .1 of Best boxers never to win world title R.I.P KL
THANKS AGAIN, FOR ANOTHER GREAT TRIBUTE,,
Omg I love him boxing
very nicely done, thank you
Condolences to his family. Such a gifted talent. Such a loss.
Rest in peace.
Anyone who enjoyed Kirkland will appreciate ‘ Emmanuel Augustus Burton’
Kirkland was prime example of the orthodox way of teaching is not one size fits all.
His style was very similar to Mayweather Sr,
Watch Sr vs Sugar Ray you’ll see it clearly
CZcamsrs and multi millionaire fighters like stayawayweather stealing more millions from gullible casuals and giving nothing back whilst men like this end up on the streets.
Laing was a good European level fighter who along with so many has passed away having been hung out to dry by British boxing, so any promoters managers or indeed the boxing board of control now coming out in sympathy can kiss my arse!!!!!
Today isn’t the tragedy, that happened many years ago 😔
RIP 🙏🙏🙏
Absolutely bang on, Kirkland was from my hometown Nottingham and I was friends with his younger non boxing brother He really was gifted Tony his brother boxed too but Kirkland was the one RIP Kirkland.
@@blacknero1 tony was a good fighter, winning the commonwealth title on the bruno v bugner show
Could’ve been one of the true greats. 5 clips on this video of him fighting and beating up Colin Jones. They fought twice, I think for British title. Jones only hit him one time in each of those 2 fights. Both those punches knocked Kirkland out. Didn’t have a chin. But he had enough defence that he couldn’t be hit if he didn’t want to. Lived the Rasta lifestyle. Jesus was he good. Bearing in mind he beat Duran at his peak.
He had a good chin it was just Jones had a really hard hit
@@23sunderland that is True. KL even stuck his chin out teasing him. Both fights finished in round 9. Talented boxer
@@stephengillen1129 yeah great fights . A Welsh friend was in a bar in Cardiff when the Welsh rugby team was in . One rugby player can't remember which one he said pushed past a guy and said out the way I am Mr big bollocks . Ten seconds later he woke up and the guy said hello I'm Colin Jones
@@23sunderland love it.
@@23sunderland I think the rugby player was Richard Moriarty
Thank you never heard of him until now
RIP KIRK 🙏
I boxed as a youngster in the late 70s to the late 80s and I loved watching him incredible talent..not many people beat Roberto Duran up but he did...RIP dude and thanks for the memories 🙏
Thanks for posting this!
An all too familiar tale of incredible talent, squandered on the many distractions
thrown a boxer’s way outside of the jabs, feints and hooks. A true tragedy.
*RIP Kirkland Laing*
My favourite boxer. Kirk would have made millions in the modern era and been a world champion. I’m ashamed to say I never knew he died until today. I’ll never forget those great times watching Sportsnight on the BBC. Kirkland was always the one who made everything extra special. I have never heard anyone say a bad word about the man. Frustrating, yes but would his fans have wanted him change? I doubt it. I hope his last few years were happy for that is the very least he deserved for giving so much pleasure to us. Travel easy, Kirk.
Loved watching him fight RIP.👊🏽
Well Done! Amazing Video!!
Much Appreciation.
REST IN PEACE. My Lang. Thank you for sharing your talents. We will remember.
R.I.P. underrated talent
RIP Kirkland lad. Gutted he was a 1 off great fighter👊👊👌👌
Really sad to hear this as he was a joy to watch in the ring, RIP.
What a boxer, made Rocky Kelly look like a novice in their fight in the 80's after getting home at 5 am on the day of the fight after necking 15 pints and 15 vodka chasers and his mates banging his door down to wake him up. The Magical Kirkland Lang RiP a true uniquely gifted boxer, great memories.
Any genuine British boxing fan will be aware of this sensationally gifted fighter. Sadly, we never saw his true potential realized. Hugely entertaining, always unpredictable and flashes of true genius. RIP.
Im realy shocked i have no momory of this guy prior to this video. Great speed, timing and sharp.
rest in powerful bro the world ll always remembered you
This kid was SOMTHING else what a talent I salut you brother RIP. Great compilation thanks for sharing.
full Respect
and R.I.P.
nice boxer
Never heard of this guy, but looks like he a beast.
he was America offered him riches beyond his dreams but he was of living the high then the offers dried up
@@dettisyo What do you mean 🤔?
@@dettisyo Totally agree he was a great fighter but loved the high life.
He punched like a heavy weight and had reflexes like a cat.
The most exciting boxer you have ever seen.
@@harveysmith100 well I saw him get knocked out with them reflexes.
Kirkland, you were an amazing boxer, you could have been the best. Instead you were one of the best. No shame with that. What a talent you were!
R.I.P. Sir. 😞
I remember watching Kirkland back in the day!A serious talent.Such a shame he passed in that condition. RIP .Thanks Warrior.👌👍👌👍
Brilliant boxer. Such natural talent.
Thanks for the video!!
Enjoyed watching Kirkland class fighter sorry about him passing away...
Every punch was accurate, fast and with mean intent
Wow he was a super talented boxer, how on earth he did not become world champion?
RIP the gifted one, one of britains finest forgotten talents
Great talent deserved all he's success, in ring. Condolences to family. Gone, but not forgotten. Biglove🥊🥊
Only just heard the bad news. He was a superbly exciting fighter to watch back in the 80’s, thanks for the great memories Kirkland, RIP buddy xx
Remember Kirkland well ,,,, Grandstand days ,,,,,nothing but a inspiration to me personally ,,,, one regret in my life was l never meet him in Personal .
RIP CHAMP 🙏🏻🥊
Southside Glasgow Scotland 🏴
He also had one of the best lead body punches I have ever seen he could whip it in from a jab or from hands down
R.I.P Kirkland Laing such a talented and gifted fighter
If you don't know who this boxer was, do yourself a favour and go watch some of his fights.
Kirkland could punch like a heavy weight but he had reflexes like cat.
He was the most exciting boxer of his generation.
Sad to hear of his passing but he lived the life of his choice, not many of us can say that.
Anyone talented enough to beat a prime Roberto Duran has my respect. RIP Champ
Duran was at his prime at lightweight, his body looked far more flabby against Laing than it did when he beat Buchannan, who fought at lightweight using the same style Laing used at the higher weights.
Thank you for taking the time to make this video.
Another great champion gone sad loss used to watch all his fights maked them miss and then boom
He was a true 1 off
Peace and luv
Rest in peace great fighter, he lost to my favourite boxer Colin Jones twice but just watch those fights and see how good he was even though he lost
Man thats sad.....as a teenager in the 80's i remember Kirkland very well ..... very gifted but troubled individual ... thanks for some amazing fights...R.I.P
Laing always said he never felt comfortable and properly balanced with his hands up. The hands-down style suited him. His mums pre-natal accident robbed him of 5 years leg developments that he never fully recovered. With his naturally strong upper body this probably made him top-heavy than normal. The hands-down style he favoured most likely countered the top-heavy feeling that he hated when he held his hands up in high guard. The bio mechanics of it all makes sense. At the end of the day, no coach can teach you intuition, and as much as he was flawed and often undisciplined, the hands-down style was totally Laings prerogative, even though it occasionally cost him dearly. RIP - the gifted one.
R.i.p. Kirkland Laing i didn't know you had passed till i seen this.
very few boxers could survive with Roberto Duran at Welterweight let alone beat him. Laing did it impressively on points in 1982 which was only two years after Duran's clashes with Ray Leonard. So this was by no means a washed up Duran. 1982 Upset of the Year - Ring Magazine.
That man had hammer hands. Deadly with both fists. R.I.P to a legend
RIP LEGEND U will never be forgotten
Rip champ ❤️
RIP champ ....! Miss those old days of boxing
Great video I appreciate it unique fighter nice piece of work 🙏🏽
I remember him watching him as a kid brilliant fighter. RIP
👍👍👍🔥🔥🔥 great work keep it up loveing it
RIP warrior of the ring.
Wow... This guy is a beast🥊🥊🥊! I wish I could fight like him