Best fights of Harold Johnson
Over 25 years as a professional, Harold Johnson compiled a 76-11 (31) record, including seven title fights. Here are his top 10 best fights.
1. Harold Johnson defeats Ezzard Charles
On September 8, 1953 Harold Johnson faced Ezzard Charles. Johnson was 25 years old with a record of 41-5, and Charles was 32 with a record of 83-9-1. Johnson was on a 6-fight winning streak, while Charles was coming off a loss. Johnson won via split decision.
2. Harold Johnson KOs Von Clay
On April 24, 1961 Harold Johnson defended his NBA light heavyweight title against Von Clay. Johnson was 32 years old with a record of 63-8, and Clay was 0 with a record of 0-0. Johnson was on a 13-fight winning streak. Johnson stopped Von Clay via TKO in the 2nd round. Defended the title.
3. Harold Johnson defeats Doug Jones
On May 12, 1962 Harold Johnson defended his NBA light heavyweight title against Doug Jones. Johnson was 33 years old with a record of 66-8, and Jones was 25 with a record of 19-1. Johnson was on a 16-fight winning streak, while Jones was coming off a loss. Johnson won via unanimous decision. Defended the title.
4. Harold Johnson KOs Jesse Bowdry
On February 7, 1961 Harold Johnson fought Jesse Bowdry for the vacant NBA light heavyweight title. Johnson was 32 years old with a record of 62-8, and Bowdry was 0 with a record of 0-0. Johnson was on a 12-fight winning streak. Johnson stopped Jesse Bowdry via TKO in the 9th round. Won the vacant title.
5. Harold Johnson defeats Gustav Scholz
On June 23, 1962 Harold Johnson defended his NYSAC, NBA, and The Ring light heavyweight titles against Gustav Scholz. Johnson was 33 years old with a record of 67-8, and Scholz was 0 with a record of 0-0. Johnson was on a 17-fight winning streak. Johnson won via unanimous decision. Defended the titles.
6. Harold Johnson KOs Clarence Hinnant
On May 31, 1957 Harold Johnson faced Clarence Hinnant. Johnson was 28 years old with a record of 52-8, and Hinnant was 0 with a record of 0-0. Johnson was on a 2-fight winning streak. Johnson stopped Clarence Hinnant via KO in the 1st round.
7. Harold Johnson KOs Bob Satterfield in their 2nd fight
On October 6, 1952 Harold Johnson faced Bob Satterfield. It was their second meeting. Johnson was 24 years old with a record of 36-5, and Satterfield was 0 with a record of 0-0. Johnson was coming off a win. Johnson stopped Bob Satterfield via KO in the 2nd round.
8. Harold Johnson KOs Ollie Wilson
On April 15, 1958 Harold Johnson faced Ollie Wilson. Johnson was 29 years old with a record of 56-8, and Wilson was 0 with a record of 0-0. Johnson was on a 6-fight winning streak. Johnson stopped Ollie Wilson via TKO in the 2nd round.
9. Harold Johnson KOs Leonard Morrow
On September 16, 1952 Harold Johnson faced Leonard Morrow. Johnson was 24 years old with a record of 35-5, and Morrow was 0 with a record of 0-0. Johnson was coming off a loss. Johnson stopped Leonard Morrow via KO in the 3rd round.
10. Harold Johnson KOs Paul Andrews in their 2nd fight
On February 11, 1955 Harold Johnson faced Paul Andrews. It was their second meeting. Johnson was 26 years old with a record of 49-7, and Andrews was 0 with a record of 0-0. Johnson was on a 2-fight winning streak. Johnson stopped Paul Andrews via KO in the 6th round.