Ingemar Johansson losses
Over 10 years as a professional, Ingemar Johansson compiled a 26-2 (17) record, including eight title fights. He had two losses against one different opponents, all of them in title fights.
2. Ingemar Johansson loses to Floyd Patterson in their 3rd fight via KO
On March 13, 1961 Ingemar Johansson fought Floyd Patterson for the NBA, NYSAC, and The Ring heavyweight titles. It was their third meeting. Johansson was 28 years old with a record of 22-1, and Patterson was 26 with a record of 36-2. Johansson was coming off a loss, while Patterson was coming off a win. Patterson stopped Johansson via KO in the 6th round. Failed to capture the title.
1. Ingemar Johansson loses to Floyd Patterson in their 2nd fight via KO
On June 20, 1960 Ingemar Johansson defended his NBA, NYSAC, and The Ring heavyweight titles against Floyd Patterson. It was their second meeting. Johansson was 27 years old with a record of 22-0, and Patterson was 25 with a record of 35-2. Johansson was on an undefeated 22-fight winning streak, while Patterson was coming off a loss. Patterson stopped Johansson via KO in the 5th round. Lost the titles.