Best fights of Johnny Nelson
Over 20 years as a professional, Johnny Nelson has compiled a 45-12-2 (29) record, including 33 title fights across two weight classes. Here are his best fights.
1. Johnny Nelson draws with Carlos De León
On January 27, 1990 Johnny Nelson fought Carlos De León for the WBC cruiserweight title. Nelson was 23 years old with a record of 15-5, and León was 30 with a record of 45-5. Nelson was on a 9-fight winning streak and León was coming off a win. The fight ended in a split decision.
2. Johnny Nelson draws with Guillermo Jones
On November 23, 2002 Johnny Nelson defended his WBO cruiserweight title against Guillermo Jones. Nelson was 35 years old with a record of 42-12-1, and Jones was 30 with a record of 29-2-1. Nelson was on a 17-fight winning streak and Jones was on a 7-fight winning streak. The fight ended in a split decision.
3. Johnny Nelson KOs Carl Thompson
On March 27, 1999 Johnny Nelson fought Carl Thompson for the WBO cruiserweight title. Nelson was 32 years old with a record of 31-12-1, and Thompson was 34 with a record of 24-4. Both Nelson and Thompson were on a 6-fight winning streak. Nelson stopped Carl Thompson via TKO in the 5th round. Crowned the new cruiserweight champion.