Colin McMillan (born 12 February 1966) is an English former

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who competed from 1988 to 1997. He fought his way to the

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title in 1991. After successfully defending his British title, he added the

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title in 1992 before beating Maurizio Stecca for the

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featherweight title that same year. Known in fighting circles as Sweet C, McMillan lost his WBO belt on his first defence, when he was unable to continue against

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due to a dislocated shoulder.

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* 1966 births Living people English male boxers Featherweight boxers World featherweight boxing champions World Boxing Organization champions Boxers from London {{England-boxing-bio-stub