Naseem Hamed is a British former professional boxer from Sheffield, England. He is the former WBO, WBC, IBF, and Lineal featherweight champion, and European bantamweight champion. He also knocked out Wilfredo V�zquez who had just been stripped of the WBA title prior to their fight. Hamed is rated by BoxRec as the fifth pound-for-pound best British boxer of all time. Hamed was known for his boxing antics and spectacular ring entrances that have included entering the ring via a Chevrolet Impala, a flying carpet, a lift, and a palanquin; re-enacting the video of Michael Jackson's Thriller; and wearing a Halloween mask. He was also known for his front somersault over the top rope into the ring. Since leaving the sport and being inactive for the best part of 10 years Prince has recently founded a sports management company with Clive Richardson, Questra Talent. Prince Naseem Hamed will now look to grow the next generation of talented sportsman and women, not just in boxing but also football, rugby, athletics and cricket. 

February 12th, 1974 in Sheffield (Age 50)