Best fights of Gerald McClellan
Over 7 years as a professional, Gerald McClellan has compiled a 31-3 (29) record, including six title fights across two weight classes. Here are his best fights.
1. Gerald McClellan KOs Julian Jackson
On May 8, 1993 Gerald McClellan fought Julian Jackson for the WBC middleweight title. McClellan was 25 years old with a record of 27-2, and Jackson was 32 with a record of 46-1. Both McClellan and Jackson were on a 17-fight winning streak. McClellan stopped Julian Jackson via TKO in the 5th round. Crowned the new middleweight champion.
2. Gerald McClellan KOs Julian Jackson in their 2nd fight
On May 7, 1994 Gerald McClellan defended his WBC middleweight title against Julian Jackson. It was their second meeting. McClellan was 26 years old with a record of 30-2, and Jackson was 33 with a record of 49-2. McClellan was on a 20-fight winning streak and Jackson was on a 3-fight winning streak. McClellan stopped Julian Jackson via KO in the 1st round. Defended the title.
3. Gerald McClellan KOs John Mugabi
On November 20, 1991 Gerald McClellan fought John Mugabi for the vacant WBO middleweight title. McClellan was 24 years old with a record of 22-2, and Mugabi was 31 with a record of 38-3. McClellan was on a 12-fight winning streak and Mugabi was on a 2-fight winning streak. McClellan stopped John Mugabi via TKO in the 1st round. Won the vacant title.