Ricards Bolotniks is a Latvian professional boxer who is a WBO European Champion and EBP Champion. The Golden Contract Winner is the lightweight European titleholder since 2019.
Nicknamed as "The Lion," Bolotniks has a professional 18-5-1 win-loss-draw ratio. Out of the 18 wins, eight were from knockouts. The talented 6 feet 1-inch boxer has an incredible physique and punching skills.
Bolotniks was born on March 24, 1990, in Riga, Latvia. The Latvia-born young prodigy was a great ice-hockey fan from childhood. He used to play ice hockey with his dad and friends.
Ricard Bolotniks' Father SOURCE: Instagram @lion_bolotnik Later, his interest shifted towards professional boxing. He started to follow boxing and decided to be a professional boxer. That's a great aim to have at a tender age.
Richards was a great fan of Mairis Bredis- a fantastic boxer. His love towards the boxing legend pushed him to go all out to be a professional boxer one day.
CAPTION: Ricards Bolotniks' Mother SOURCE: Instagram @lion_bolotnik His mother always supported his endeavors. From his school to professional boxing, there was her always behind his back.
On August 15, 2013, The Lion made his professional debut against Pavels Veselovs, defeating him in the first round. He then fought Sergei Ekimov in his hometown and defeated Ekimov to be the EBP Light Heavyweight Champion.
The Lion Bolotniks posing with the Championship Title SOURCE: Instagram @lion_bolotnik His great start in the sport landed him the Golden Contract light-heavyweight tournament invitation. Ricards' last win came against Serge Michel from Germany when he retained his WBO European heavyweight title.
The Latvian fighter has a professional record of 18-5-1, out of which 8 wins were from knockouts.
The WBO European Champion is a born winner, having won many tournaments with big prize pools. They add a handsome sum to his net worth. Bolotniks is currently associated with LNK Boxing. The organization takes care of his training and fitness regime. He also gets paid for promoting their products and services.
The 31-year-old boxer charges about $100,000 for a high-profile fight. He endorses many brands, from electronics to fitness.
CAPTION: Ricards Bolotniks Sponsor Jusu Apple Services SOURCE: Instagram @lion_bolotnik The big-name of Ricards Bolotniks is a great asset for everyone who likes to promote business with him.
The Latvian boxing great has an expensive black car. He likes to go on a long drive with his wife, Alina Bolotniks. They have a cute time with each other during the holidays.
CAPTION: Ricards Bolotniks' Car SOURCE: Instagram @lion_bolotnik The net worth of Ricards Bolotniks is estimated to be around $2 million- $5 million.
Bolotniks is a fine handsome man. He is married to a beautiful woman Alina Bolotniks. Both of them look too cute together.
Ricards Bolotniks with his wife Alina Bolotniks SOURCE: Instagram @lion_bolotnik They tied the knot a few years back and shared an amazing bond. You can see them clicking pictures and posting them on social media.
The romantic couple does not have children as of now. They are planning to have a baby soon. You may see a junior Alina or junior Ricards soon.
