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How good was Ezzard Charles?
Ezzard Charles is an all time great, no question about that. Boxrec has actually ranked him as #1 pound for pound fighter of all time. Other opinions vary, but the Cincinnati Cobra won more fights than any other heavyweight champion in history at 95–25–1, though quite a few were at light heavyweight.
Who is the most successful boxer of all time?
Floyd Mayweather has been crowned the greatest boxer of all time.
- 1 FLOYD MAYWEATHER.
- 2 MANNY PACQUIAO.
- 3 CARLOS MONZON.
- 4 MUHAMMAD ALI.
- 5 SUGAR RAY ROBINSON.
- 6 BERNARD HOPKINS.
- 7 JOE LOUIS.
- 8 ARCHIE MOORE.
How big was Ezzard Charles?
6 ft 0 in
Ezzard Charles | |
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Weight(s) | Middleweight Light-heavyweight Heavyweight |
Height | 6 ft 0 in (183 cm) |
Reach | 73 in (185 cm) |
Born | July 7, 1921 Lawrenceville, Georgia, U.S. |
Who defeated Ezzard Charles?
Joe Walcott
Jersey Joe Walcott 1951, when he knocked out Ezzard Charles in seven rounds in Pittsburgh, Pa., until Sept. 23, 1952, when……
Did Ezzard Charles beat Joe Louis?
On September 27, 1950, Ezzard Charles did what so many before him couldn’t do: he out-boxed, out-maneuvered, outlasted and won a decision victory over the great Joe Louis, becoming the only man to go the full fifteen rounds with “The Brown Bomber” and win.
How old was Ezzard Charles when he fought Marciano?
In the second bout Marciano knocked out Charles in the eighth round. Marciano was 30 years old at the time of the first Marciano–Charles fight and Charles 33.
How much did Ezzard Charles weigh?
201 lbs
Ezzard Charles/Weight
Did Joe Louis beat Ezzard Charles?
Who did Joe Louis fight in 1950?
Ezzard Charles
On September 27, 1950, Ezzard Charles did what so many before him couldn’t do: he out-boxed, out-maneuvered, outlasted and won a decision victory over the great Joe Louis, becoming the only man to go the full fifteen rounds with “The Brown Bomber” and win.
How many fights did Joe Louis lose?
3
Joe Louis | |
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Total fights | 69 |
Wins | 66 |
Wins by KO | 52 |
Losses | 3 |
Where does Ezzard Charles rank among the greatest boxers of all time?
In 2007, ESPN online ranks Ezzard Charles as the 27th greatest boxer of all time, ahead of such notable fighters as Mike Tyson, Larry Holmes and Jake LaMotta. In 2009, Boxing magazine listed Ezzard Charles as the greatest Light Heavyweight fighter ever, ahead of the likes of Archie Moore, Bob Foster, Michael Spinks and Gene Tunney.
Was Ezzard Charles a worthy champion?
In fact, Ezzard Charles was a more than worthy champion; he just wasn’t Joe Louis. Champion Charles stopped Freddie Beshore in round 14. Charles made three defenses of his title, against Gus Lesnevich, Pat Valentino and Freddie Beshore but it was even clearer now that the public just wasn’t all that keen on the new champion.
Who is considered the greatest boxer of all time?
Ezzard Mack Charles (July 7, 1921 – May 28, 1975), known as the Cincinnati Cobra, was an American professional boxer and World Heavyweight Champion. Known for his slick defense and precision, he is often considered the greatest light heavyweight boxer of all time.
Why did Ezzard want to be a prizefighter?
The young Ezzard was so impressed with the beautifully tailored suit worn by the famous champion that he decided then and there he wanted to be a prizefighter. Joe Louis in his prime: The Brown Bomber was a living legend.