Sam Goodman

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

Sam Goodman's rise from local gyms in Albion Park to holding an interim world title is a testament to his relentless work ethic and technical skill. Winning the IBF interim super bantamweight title in 2026 marked a historic moment for Australian boxing, showcasing his ability to compete on the global stage against elite Japanese talent. His victory over Ryosuke Nishida in Tokyo remains one of the most celebrated upsets in recent Australian combat sports history.

AwardsGoodman won the IBF interim super bantamweight title in September 2026 after defeating Ryosuke Nishida. While he challenged for the WBA featherweight title in 2025, that bout did not result in a championship win. No other major international awards or hall of fame inductions have been recorded as of late 2026 given his relatively short professional tenure.