Phil D. Jay
WBN Editor
WBN Editor
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| Phodis (right) with Andres (left) and Chris (centre) |
Eldest believes siblings have all the right credentials
Semi-professional boxing trainer Phodis Evangelou has
revealed his pride at watching his younger brothers Chris and Andreas make
exciting starts to their respective careers in the paid ranks.
The 31 year-old, who introduced his brothers to the sport,
has watched with gratification as light-heavyweight Andreas, 28, and 25
year-old light-welterweight Chris have racked up twelve victories between them
since 2009.
Evangelou is currently training at The 36th
Chamber Gym in Palmers Green, London and believes that both the ‘Ace’ and ‘The
Flash’ can go as far as they want in the sport as long as they stay focused.
“When I was 20 years old I took Chris (9-0) down to the gym
to do a bit of training with the guys and I was called into the ring. Being the
oldest brother and with little bro watching I had to show him what I was made
out of,” Phodis recalled to WBN.
“I ended the first spar by dropping the lad and I did some
fancy movements in the second spar - after which, I noticed my brother's face
light-up with enthusiasm for the sport.
“When he got in the ring himself made it obvious he had the natural
talent and although it was very raw, I knew he had something.
“It really hit home when he finished his first training camp
and was ready to fight his first pro contest. He cracked my ribs during a sparring session as I wanted to see what he had in
the ring and that's when I knew he will be world champion for sure. I had never
sparred with anyone quite like him before, he was amazing.
Phidos then continued on Andreas (3-0): “With ‘Ace,’ he has
come a very long way in a short space of time.
“The most impressive aspect of Andreas is his brute force.
His punches are hard and precise.
“His training method is impressive to watch and he is very
committed. I am also impressed with his attitude as win, lose, or draw he fights
for the love of fighting and how it's changed his life.
“With Chris, you see a more monastic boxer completely dedicated
to his cause from day one - over 10 years now.
“With Andreas, boxing changed the erratic lifestyle he had
and it has probably saved him from slowly destroying himself.
“Both of my brothers are great examples of fighters but more
than this they are genuinely humble and incredible individuals who do a lot
for good causes, remain kind and on the level.
“I am very proud to call them my brothers.”
Both fighters are expected to be back in the ring in the New
Year as they continue their march towards domestic honours and with the help of
publicist and friend Paul Shattock, World Boxing News will be monitoring their
progress.
Follow Chris, Andreas and Paul on Twitter @ChrisEvangelou @AcEvangelou and @PaulieShaggs
.