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Hedgemon Lewis

Hedgemon Lewis

Boxing record: 53-7-2, 1 NC (26)
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Greensboro, Alabama, U.S.

Best fights of Hedgemon Lewis

Over 10 years as a professional, Hedgemon Lewis compiled a 53-7-2 (26) record, including five title fights. Here are his best fights.

  1. 1. Hedgemon Lewis defeats Ernie Lopez in their 2nd fight

    On July 10, 1969 Hedgemon Lewis faced Ernie Lopez in a welterweight bout. It was their second meeting. Lewis was 23 years old with a record of 27-1, and Lopez was 23 with a record of 37-5-1. Lewis was on a 5-fight winning streak and Lopez was on a 6-fight winning streak. Lewis won via unanimous decision.

  2. 2. Hedgemon Lewis defeats Billy Backus

    On December 8, 1972 Hedgemon Lewis defended his NYSAC welterweight title against Billy Backus. Lewis was 26 years old with a record of 44-4, and Backus was 29 with a record of 36-12-4. Lewis was on a 4-fight winning streak and Backus was coming off a win. Lewis won via unanimous decision. Defended the title.