American dream turned to depression for boxer Dee-Jay Kriel

After four frustrating years in the US, the former IBF strawweight champion is back in SA to revive his career

06 March 2022 - 17:54

Former world champion Dee-Jay Kriel returned to his old gym beaming a smile that belied the hard times and depression he suffered trying to forge a career in the US...

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