Best fights of Brian Nielsen
Over 19 years as a professional, Brian Nielsen has compiled a 64-3 (43) record, including nine title fights. Here are his best fights.
1. Brian Nielsen KOs Jeremy Williams
On April 28, 2000 Brian Nielsen defended his IBC heavyweight title against Jeremy Williams. Nielsen was 35 years old with a record of 56-1, and Williams was 27 with a record of 35-3. Nielsen was on a 7-fight winning streak and Williams was coming off a win. Nielsen stopped Jeremy Williams via TKO in the 5th round. Defended the title.
2. Brian Nielsen KOs Phil Jackson
On March 29, 1996 Brian Nielsen defended his IBO heavyweight title against Phil Jackson. Nielsen was 30 years old with a record of 25-0, and Jackson was 31 with a record of 34-3. Nielsen was on an undefeated 25-fight winning streak, while Jackson was coming off a loss. Nielsen stopped Phil Jackson via TKO in the 6th round. Defended the title.
3. Brian Nielsen defeats Orlin Norris
On June 16, 2001 Brian Nielsen defended his IBC heavyweight title against Orlin Norris. Nielsen was 36 years old with a record of 61-1, and Norris was 35 with a record of 52-7. Nielsen was on a 12-fight winning streak and Norris was coming off a win. Nielsen won via unanimous decision. Defended the title.
4. Brian Nielsen KOs Peter McNeeley
On February 12, 1999 Brian Nielsen faced Peter McNeeley in a heavyweight bout. Nielsen was 33 years old with a record of 46-0, and McNeeley was 30 with a record of 45-3. Nielsen was on an undefeated 46-fight winning streak and McNeeley was on a 5-fight winning streak. Nielsen stopped Peter McNeeley via KO in the 3rd round.
5. Brian Nielsen KOs Tony Tubbs
On October 20, 1995 Brian Nielsen faced Tony Tubbs in a heavyweight bout. Nielsen was 30 years old with a record of 21-0, and Tubbs was 37 with a record of 40-7. Nielsen was on an undefeated 21-fight winning streak, while Tubbs was coming off a loss. Nielsen stopped Tony Tubbs via TKO in the 4th round.