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Gene Tunney

Gene Tunney

β€œThe Fighting Marine”
Boxing record: 79-1-4, 1 NC (48)
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New York City, U.S.

Best fights of Gene Tunney

Over 13 years as a professional, Gene Tunney compiled a 79-1-4 (48) record, including eight title fights across two weight classes. Here is his best fight.

  1. 1. Gene Tunney defeats Jack Dempsey in their 2nd fight

    On September 22, 1927 Gene Tunney defended his NBA, NYSAC, and The Ring heavyweight titles against Jack Dempsey. It was their second meeting. Tunney was 30 years old with a record of 77-1-4, and Dempsey was 32 with a record of 58-5-9. Tunney was on a 11-fight winning streak and Dempsey was coming off a win. Tunney won via unanimous decision. Defended the titles.