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Love Island boxer Idris Virgo: What is his professional record? Tue 10 July 2018 12:15 Updated Tue 17 July 2018 11:07 Liam Curtis

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Love Island welcomed yet another Bombshell during Monday night’s (9th July 2018) episode 31 as Idris Virgo entered the villa.

The 25-year-old from Birmingham is a professional boxer by trade, although he only very recently stepped up from the amateur level.

Here’s the lowdown on Love Island’s hard-punching hottie, who’s looking to lay a killer blow on Kazimir Crossley and Josh Denzel’s relationship.

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The time has finally come! Who’s excited to see Idris in the @loveisland villa? Tune in tomorrow at 9pm on ITV2 😉 @itv #loveisland #loveisland2018

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Is Idris Virgo a Professional Boxer?

Yes, although he is very new to the pro scene.

Idris turned professional earlier this year and later boxed on a Matchroom Boxers undercard.

A host of famous boxers are signed to the Matchroom boxing stable, including unified Heavyweight Champion Anthony Joshua and Welterweight Kell Brook.

Idris boxes in both the super-middleweight and light-heavyweight categories.

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#Repost @danger_dna (@get_repost) ・・・big thank you to everyone who came out and supported @idrisvirgo Pro debut fight , first of many to come . Got the win last night , dropping the opponent in the second round and getting the win by winning all 4 rounds .We did not see 100% of him on the night but that’s a good thing because we still have more to come .So he starts his professional record off with a win , follow his journey and keep your eye out for more fights to come #boxing #pro #professionals #boxer #winning #winner #liveandmaintain #dna #hardwork @sherifeandrews @eat_your_self_into_shape @team__ellis @body_mass_protein @kellum_cp @uncle_d13 @danaplin @thinairsportscoventry @seriousroyalty @304mens @tushaytailored @tlgmanagement @elite_chauffeurs @fortress_boxing

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Is He Any Good?

It’s a valid question, but it’s safe to say that Idris could have a big future in the sport.

He has only had two professional bouts to date, however, he comfortably won them both on points.

The D&A School of Excellence boxer had his last bout just 10 days before entering the Love Island villa, where he defeated Scott Hillman 40-36 on points.

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Thank you to those who have been supporting me. I honestly wouldnt be where i am today if it wasnt for your ongoing support. I'd like to apologies to those who missed my fight; I don't know until the day what time my fight is however it was a win! Once again thank you for your support. Thank you too @eat_your_self_into_shape @danger_dna best coach out there. My team mate star boy @team__ellis Also @doesitbang @_trikky_ for the performance Also my sponsors #idrisvirgo #pro #boxer #iwll @itsmybigjohns @tlgmanagement @gym_black @304mens @seriousroyalty @nlfitness_dnaboxing @box_installations @jon.pegg @sameggington1 @topboxinguk @matchroomboxing @eddiehearn

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Does Idris Have a Boxing Nickname?

It doesn’t look like Idris Virgo has a boxing nickname, or at least not yet.

We’re sure something to do with Love Island could be squeezed in there should he cruise to success on the reality TV show.

An old Big Brother audition tape has also surfaced on social media, where Idris applied in 2012, calling himself “sexy chocolate” in the process.

Idris “sexy chocolate” Virgo – now that’s a hard-hitting boxing nickname!

Has He Competed at the Olympics?

Idris Virgo has never competed at an Olympics or represented the Team GB boxing squad.

Having now fought in the professional ranks it would be difficult for him to revert back to the novice level and enter the Olympic.

However, it is an option.

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