Best fights of Donald Curry
Over 16 years as a professional, Donald Curry has compiled a 34-6 (25) record, including 19 title fights across three weight classes. Here are his best fights.
1. Donald Curry KOs Milton McCrory
On December 6, 1985 Donald Curry met Milton McCrory in an undisputed welterweight title unification fight. Curry was 24 years old with a record of 23-0, and McCrory was 23 with a record of 27-0-1. Curry was on an undefeated 23-fight winning streak and McCrory was on an undefeated 7-fight winning streak. Curry stopped Milton McCrory via KO in the 2nd round. Retained the undisputed title.
2. Donald Curry defeats Marlon Starling in their 2nd fight
On February 4, 1984 Donald Curry defended his WBA welterweight title against Marlon Starling. It was their second meeting. Curry was 22 years old with a record of 17-0, and Starling was 24 with a record of 31-1. Curry was on an undefeated 17-fight winning streak and Starling was on a 6-fight winning streak. Curry won via unanimous decision. Defended the title.
3. Donald Curry defeats Marlon Starling
On October 23, 1982 Donald Curry, the NABF welterweight champion, met Marlon Starling, the USBA welterweight champion, in a title unification fight. Curry was 21 years old with a record of 14-0, and Starling was 23 with a record of 25-0. Curry was on an undefeated 14-fight winning streak and Starling was on an undefeated 25-fight winning streak. Curry won via split decision. Became the unified welterweight champion.