Just watched his fights with Tua and Byrd... the dude was a beast!! Big, strong, fast... throws excellent combinations with great power. What happened to the dude? Against Byrd the commentators mentioned personal problems? I seriously think that this guy would have smoked anyone but the K bros.. and i think he would have put up a good fight against those two as well!!
He's been in prison for a while now. He could be the greatest heavyweight of our generation if he continued. I could be wrong, but I think he went away for some kind of sexual assault, and has been kept in because of bad behavior, not sure on this though.
he killed his family i think. he had a brain problem (common to boxers taking too many shots to the head) which made him violent and paranoid
From Wiki: Ibeabuchi's career was cut short in 2001 when he pleaded guilty to battery with intent to commit a crime and attempted sexual assault, after an incident involving a lap dancer who refused to take a check for 'services' in Ibeabuchi's room at the Treasure Island Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. Ibeabuchi was sentenced to 2 to 10 years on the first charge (paroled in 2001) and three to 20 years on the second charge (parole denied three times). Ibeabuchi, who has been diagnosed with bipolar and schizo-effective disorders, remained jailed with mentally ill offenders until authorities could determine whether he was competent or not to stand trial. State doctors said he could be made competent with medication. Ibeabuchi had refused voluntary medication because it was believed it would cause motor-skill problems that would damage his boxing career. In a split decision, two of three doctors determined Ibeabuchi was competent to stand trial. A third doctor determined he was not competent. Since his incarceration, Ibeabuchi has earned two college degrees from Western Nevada Community College: an Associate of General Studies; and an Associate of Applied Science in General Business. Ibeabuchi was denied parole in August 2004, in August 2007 and again in February of 2009. He is not eligible for another hearing until May 1, 2012 as confirmed by a Nevada Board of Parole Commissioners staff member. Despite the 10 years of inactivity boxing fans around the world are still optimistic for Ike's successful rehabilitation, release and return to the ring. Time is running out as Ibeabuchi will be 39 if he is released in 2012.
Good old wiki... guy claimed he saw demons!! DAMN... was a skilled boxer, would have been interesting to see him fight people like tyson, holyfield etc in 2001
Fairly new.. only started watching in 2005... i have now watched a huge number of older fights but this is the first time i have come across Ike... only really came across him researching david tua