1896-1947
Record: 90W-6L-1D (70KO) Newspaper Decisions: 95W-16L-7D
Country: USA
Height: 5' 5"
Reach: 69"
Prime division: Lightweight
This could possibly be the most scientific boxer ever, a true pioneer of the sport. He stunned opponents with his educated jab, then sent them spinning in circles with his ring intelligence and footwork. He had substantial power in both hands but relied more on technique than pure athleticism to do damage. He held the lightweight championship of the world for seven years straight, a record that remains today. The "Ghetto Wizard" nearly had the welterweight belt when he knocked down Jack Britton during their title fight. A body punch sent him down, but the next shot came after Britton had hit the canvas. The referee disqualified Leonard in a highly controversial fight.
Record: 90W-6L-1D (70KO) Newspaper Decisions: 95W-16L-7D
Country: USA
Height: 5' 5"
Reach: 69"
Prime division: Lightweight
This could possibly be the most scientific boxer ever, a true pioneer of the sport. He stunned opponents with his educated jab, then sent them spinning in circles with his ring intelligence and footwork. He had substantial power in both hands but relied more on technique than pure athleticism to do damage. He held the lightweight championship of the world for seven years straight, a record that remains today. The "Ghetto Wizard" nearly had the welterweight belt when he knocked down Jack Britton during their title fight. A body punch sent him down, but the next shot came after Britton had hit the canvas. The referee disqualified Leonard in a highly controversial fight.