Heavyweight controversies? Nothing comes close to the much-debated, the much discussed, the most rewatched and re-timed knockdown in heavyweight history; … read more “95 Years Ago: Tunney Vs. Dempsey II And The Hugely Controversial “Long Count””
It was back in September of 1923 when heavyweight king Jack Dempsey engaged in arguably his most famous and celebrated … read more “99 Years Ago: When Dempsey and Firpo Slugged It Out”
Some fights are celebrated, remembered, cherished even, even if they were not what could be called great. Case in point, … read more “Jack Dempsey’s Annihilation Of Jess Willard: The Brutal Beating That Was Administered Under A Scorching Sun”
On this day in 1983, the great Jack Dempsey passed away. Having lived well into old age, “The Manassa Mauler” … read more “On This Day: The Great, The Beloved Jack Dempsey Passed Away”
Saint Valentine’s Day – a time when most people are busy getting romantic. For some prizefighters, the day proved to … read more “Some Memorable Fights That Took Place On St. Valentine’s Day”