Best fights of Jersey Joe Walcott
Over 23 years as a professional, Jersey Joe Walcott compiled a 51-18-2 (32) record, including eight title fights. Here are his best fights.
1. Jersey Joe Walcott KOs Ezzard Charles in their 3rd fight
On July 18, 1951 Jersey Joe Walcott fought Ezzard Charles for the NBA, NYSAC, and The Ring heavyweight titles. It was their third meeting. Walcott was 37 years old with a record of 49-16-2, and Charles was 30 with a record of 71-5-1. Walcott was on a 2-fight losing streak, while Charles was on a 24-fight winning streak. Walcott stopped Ezzard Charles via KO in the 7th round. Crowned the new heavyweight champion.
2. Jersey Joe Walcott defeats Ezzard Charles in their 4th fight
On June 5, 1952 Jersey Joe Walcott defended his NBA, NYSAC, and The Ring heavyweight titles against Ezzard Charles. It was their fourth meeting. Walcott was 38 years old with a record of 50-16-2, and Charles was 30 with a record of 74-6-1. Walcott was coming off a win and Charles was on a 3-fight winning streak. Walcott won via unanimous decision. Defended the titles.
3. Jersey Joe Walcott KOs Harold Johnson
On February 8, 1950 Jersey Joe Walcott faced Harold Johnson in a heavyweight bout. Walcott was 36 years old with a record of 45-14-2, and Johnson was 21 with a record of 28-1. Walcott was coming off a win and Johnson was on a 4-fight winning streak. Walcott stopped Harold Johnson via KO in the 3rd round.
4. Jersey Joe Walcott loses to Joe Louis via split decision
On December 5, 1947 Jersey Joe Walcott fought Joe Louis for the NBA, NYSAC, and The Ring heavyweight titles. Walcott was 33 years old with a record of 44-11-2, and Louis was 33 with a record of 56-1. Walcott was on a 3-fight winning streak and Louis was on a 32-fight winning streak. Walcott lost via split decision. Failed to capture the title. Went the distance with Louis.