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Ingemar Johansson

Ingemar Johansson

“Ingo”
Boxing record: 26-2 (17)
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Gothenburg, Sweden

Best fights of Ingemar Johansson

Over 10 years as a professional, Ingemar Johansson compiled a 26-2 (17) record, including eight title fights. Here is his best fight.

  1. 1. Ingemar Johansson KOs Floyd Patterson

    On June 26, 1959 Ingemar Johansson fought Floyd Patterson for the NBA, NYSAC, and The Ring heavyweight titles. Johansson was 26 years old with a record of 21-0, and Patterson was 24 with a record of 35-1. Johansson was on an undefeated 21-fight winning streak and Patterson was on a 22-fight winning streak. Johansson stopped Floyd Patterson via TKO in the 3rd round. Crowned the new heavyweight champion.