Best fights of Glen Johnson
Over 22 years as a professional, Glen Johnson has compiled a 54-21-2 (37) record, including 23 title fights across four weight classes. Here are his best fights.
1. Glen Johnson KOs Roy Jones Jr.
On September 25, 2004 Glen Johnson defended his IBF light heavyweight title against Roy Jones Jr.. Johnson was 35 years old with a record of 40-9-2, and Jr. was 35 with a record of 49-2. Johnson was coming off a win, while Jr. was coming off a loss. Johnson stopped Roy Jones Jr. via KO in the 9th round. Defended the title.
2. Glen Johnson draws with Clinton Woods
On November 7, 2003 Glen Johnson fought Clinton Woods for the vacant IBF light heavyweight title. Johnson was 34 years old with a record of 39-9-1, and Woods was 31 with a record of 35-2. Johnson was coming off a win and Woods was on a 3-fight winning streak. The fight ended in a split decision.
3. Glen Johnson defeats Clinton Woods in their 2nd fight
On February 6, 2004 Glen Johnson fought Clinton Woods for the vacant IBF light heavyweight title. It was their second meeting. Johnson was 35 years old with a record of 39-9-2, and Woods was 31 with a record of 35-2-1. Johnson won via unanimous decision. Won the vacant title.
4. Glen Johnson defeats Antonio Tarver
On December 18, 2004 Glen Johnson fought Antonio Tarver for the IBO and The Ring light heavyweight titles. Johnson was 35 years old with a record of 41-9-2, and Tarver was 36 with a record of 22-2. Johnson was on a 2-fight winning streak and Tarver was coming off a win. Johnson won via split decision. Crowned the new light heavyweight champion.