Andrew Lewis (Guyanese boxer)

Career highlights

Lewis fought as a professional across multiple years and earned recognition for his punching power and aggressive approach in the ring. He became the World Boxing Association (WBA) welterweight champion in 2001, a landmark achievement for a boxer from a small South American nation. That title victory is often cited as the high point of his in-ring career and brought international attention to his name within the boxing community.

Throughout his career he met a range of domestic and international opponents and was known for an uncompromising style that made him a fan favorite. Observers praised his toughness and ability to change the tempo of fights. He competed in the competitive welterweight division, a class often noted for a mix of speed and power that tests both technique and resilience.

Death and legacy

Lewis died on 4 May 2015 following a motorcycle accident, an event reported by multiple outlets and mourned by the boxing community in Guyana and beyond. His passing at age 44 cut short the life of a sportsman who had become a national figure. The circumstances of the fatal crash were widely reported in local media and raised conversation about road safety and the welfare of retired athletes.

• Nickname: "Six Heads"
• Nationality: Guyanese
• Professional role: Boxer in the welterweight division
• Death: motorcycle accident — reported via local sources and international summaries

Lewis’s story remains part of Guyana’s sporting history. Young boxers and sportswriters continue to reference his rise from Georgetown to a world title as inspiration, while his career is used to discuss the challenges faced by professional athletes from smaller nations seeking international success.