Best fights of Buddy McGirt
Over 15 years as a professional, Buddy McGirt has compiled a 73-6-1 (48) record, including eleven title fights across three weight classes. Here are his best fights.
1. Buddy McGirt defeats Simon Brown
On November 29, 1991 Buddy McGirt fought Simon Brown for the WBC and lineal welterweight titles. McGirt was 27 years old with a record of 54-2-1, and Brown was 28 with a record of 34-1. McGirt was on a 16-fight winning streak and Brown was on a 13-fight winning streak. McGirt won via unanimous decision. Crowned the new welterweight champion.
2. Buddy McGirt loses to Pernell Whitaker in their 2nd fight via unanimous decision
On October 1, 1994 Buddy McGirt fought Pernell Whitaker for the WBC welterweight title. It was their second meeting. McGirt was 30 years old with a record of 64-3-1, and Whitaker was 30 with a record of 33-1-1. McGirt was on a 5-fight winning streak and Whitaker was coming off a win. McGirt lost via unanimous decision. Failed to capture the title. Went the distance with Whitaker.
3. Buddy McGirt loses to Pernell Whitaker via unanimous decision
On March 6, 1993 Buddy McGirt defended his WBC welterweight title against Pernell Whitaker. McGirt was 29 years old with a record of 59-2-1, and Whitaker was 29 with a record of 31-1. McGirt was on a 21-fight winning streak and Whitaker was on a 16-fight winning streak. McGirt lost via unanimous decision. Lost the title. Went the distance with Whitaker.