88 years ago, Joe Louis defeated Max Schmeling by KO in round 1 of 15 to retain the world heavyweight title. Perhaps, the most important fight in boxing history.
89 years ago, Joe Louis defeated James J. Braddock by KO in round 8 of 15 to win the world heavyweight title. The Brown Bomber becomes just the second black man to win the heavyweight championship.
63 years ago, Muhammad Ali (then Cassius Clay) defeated Henry Cooper by TKO in round 5 of 10 to improve his record to 19-0 (15 KOs). Ali suffers the second knockdown of his career.
🗓️ On this day in 2024, Gervonta Davis knocked out Frank Martin to defend the WBA lightweight title 🍿
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42 years ago, Thomas Hearns defeated Roberto Durán by KO in round 2 of 12 to retain the WBC super welterweight title. One of the most brutal knockouts of all time.