Best fights of Francesco Damiani
Over 8 years as a professional, Francesco Damiani has compiled a 30-2 (24) record, including seven title fights. Here are his top 10 best fights.
1. Francesco Damiani KOs Anders Eklund
On October 9, 1987 Francesco Damiani fought Anders Eklund for the vacant European heavyweight title. Damiani was 29 years old with a record of 18-0, and Eklund was 29 with a record of 16-3-1. Damiani was on an undefeated 18-fight winning streak and Eklund was on a 5-fight winning streak. Damiani stopped Anders Eklund via KO in the 6th round. Won the vacant title.
2. Francesco Damiani KOs Daniel Eduardo Neto
On December 16, 1989 Francesco Damiani defended his WBO heavyweight title against Daniel Eduardo Neto. Damiani was 31 years old with a record of 24-0, and Neto was 0 with a record of 0-0. Damiani was on an undefeated 24-fight winning streak. Damiani stopped Daniel Eduardo Neto via TKO in the 2nd round. Defended the title.
3. Francesco Damiani KOs Johnny du Plooy
On May 6, 1989 Francesco Damiani fought Johnny du Plooy for the vacant inaugural WBO heavyweight title. Damiani was 30 years old with a record of 23-0, and Plooy was 0 with a record of 0-0. Damiani was on an undefeated 23-fight winning streak. Damiani stopped Johnny du Plooy via KO in the 3rd round. Won the vacant title.
4. Francesco Damiani KOs Manfred Jassmann
On December 17, 1988 Francesco Damiani defended his European heavyweight title against Manfred Jassmann. Damiani was 30 years old with a record of 22-0, and Jassmann was 0 with a record of 0-0. Damiani was on an undefeated 22-fight winning streak. Damiani stopped Manfred Jassmann via KO in the 3rd round. Defended the title.
5. Francesco Damiani defeats Greg Page
On September 12, 1992 Francesco Damiani faced Greg Page in a heavyweight bout. Damiani was 33 years old with a record of 29-1, and Page was 33 with a record of 35-10. Damiani was on a 2-fight winning streak and Page was coming off a win. Damiani won via unanimous decision.
6. Francesco Damiani KOs John Emmen
On April 22, 1988 Francesco Damiani defended his European heavyweight title against John Emmen. Damiani was 29 years old with a record of 20-0, and Emmen was 0 with a record of 0-0. Damiani was on an undefeated 20-fight winning streak. Damiani stopped John Emmen via TKO in the 3rd round. Defended the title.
7. Francesco Damiani KOs Eddie Gregg
On February 14, 1987 Francesco Damiani fought Eddie Gregg for the vacant WBC International heavyweight title. Damiani was 28 years old with a record of 15-0, and Gregg was 30 with a record of 24-2-1. Damiani was on an undefeated 15-fight winning streak, while Gregg was coming off a loss. Damiani stopped Eddie Gregg via TKO in the 1st round. Won the vacant title.
8. Francesco Damiani KOs Michael Greer
On April 22, 1992 Francesco Damiani faced Michael Greer in a heavyweight bout. Damiani was 33 years old with a record of 28-1, and Greer was 0 with a record of 0-0. Damiani was coming off a win. Damiani stopped Michael Greer via KO in the 1st round.
9. Francesco Damiani KOs Tony Morrison
On June 2, 1990 Francesco Damiani faced Tony Morrison in a heavyweight bout. Damiani was 31 years old with a record of 25-0, and Morrison was 0 with a record of 0-0. Damiani was on an undefeated 25-fight winning streak. Damiani stopped Tony Morrison via KO in the 3rd round.
10. Francesco Damiani KOs Dorcey Gaymon
On January 22, 1988 Francesco Damiani faced Dorcey Gaymon in a heavyweight bout. Damiani was 29 years old with a record of 19-0, and Gaymon was 0 with a record of 0-0. Damiani was on an undefeated 19-fight winning streak. Damiani stopped Dorcey Gaymon via TKO in the 4th round.