Jul 25 2019
On This Day: James J Jeffries emerges from almost certain defeat to knock out Bob Fitzsimmons in their rematch
Matt Christie tells the story of a sequel that proved the quality of both James J Jeffries and Bob Fitzsimmons on July 25 1902
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Jul 04 2019
On This Day: Jack Johnson defeated Jim Jeffries in the Fight of the Century
Jack Johnson thrashed James J Jeffries in one of sports truly defining moments
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Jun 10 2019
The Jack Johnson interview – 109 years on
Ian Parsons unearths a jewel from the Boxing News archives as Jack Johnson recalls the 'Fight of the Century' against Jim Jeffries
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Dec 26 2018
On This Day: Jack Johnson dominates Tommy Burns to win the world heavyweight title
Jack Johnson becoming the first black world heavyweight champion triggered some disgusting events
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May 26 2018
On This Day: Bob Fitzsimmons, the first three weight world champion in history, is born
On May 26 1863 Bob Fitzimmons was born in Cornwall. George Zeleny profiles 'Ruby Robert'
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Oct 28 2017
The most anticipated heavyweight fights in history
Nothing grips the sporting world more than a huge heavyweight fight. Bob Mee looks back over some of the most-anticipated title clashes in history