Chris Byrd, IBF heavyweight Champion

Chris Byrd Chris Cornelius Byrd (born August 15, 1970) is a retired and former professional boxer. He is the former WBO and IBF heavyweight champion. His nickname is “Rapid Fire“. Byrd returned to the U.S., signed with Don King and beat Maurice Harris to win the USBA heavyweight belt in Madison Square Garden. The USBA was associated with the IBF. Byrd was now a top-five contender for the IBF title. Byrd eventually received his mandatory shot at the vacant IBF world Heavyweight Cha