Best fights of Carmen Basilio
Over 12 years as a professional, Carmen Basilio compiled a 56-16-7 (27) record, including eleven title fights across two weight classes. Here are his best fights.
1. Carmen Basilio KOs Tony DeMarco
On June 10, 1955 Carmen Basilio fought Tony DeMarco for the NBA, NYSAC, and The Ring welterweight titles. Basilio was 28 years old with a record of 44-11-7, and DeMarco was 23 with a record of 46-5-1. Basilio was on a 8-fight winning streak and DeMarco was coming off a win. Basilio stopped Tony DeMarco via TKO in the 12th round. Crowned the new welterweight champion.
2. Carmen Basilio KOs Tony DeMarco in their 2nd fight
On November 30, 1955 Carmen Basilio defended his NBA, NYSAC, and The Ring welterweight titles against Tony DeMarco. It was their second meeting. Basilio was 28 years old with a record of 47-11-7, and DeMarco was 23 with a record of 47-6-1. Basilio was on a 11-fight winning streak and DeMarco was coming off a win. Basilio stopped Tony DeMarco via TKO in the 12th round. Defended the titles.
3. Carmen Basilio defeats Sugar Ray Robinson
On September 23, 1957 Carmen Basilio fought Sugar Ray Robinson for the NBA and The Ring middleweight titles. Basilio was 30 years old with a record of 51-12-7, and Robinson was 36 with a record of 140-5-2. Basilio was on a 3-fight winning streak and Robinson was coming off a win. Basilio won via split decision. Crowned the new middleweight champion.