Best fights of Marlon Starling
Over 11 years as a professional, Marlon Starling has compiled a 45-6-1 (27) record, including 17 title fights across two weight classes. Here are his best fights.
1. Marlon Starling KOs Lloyd Honeyghan
On February 4, 1989 Marlon Starling fought Lloyd Honeyghan for the WBC and The Ring welterweight titles. Starling was 29 years old with a record of 43-4-1, and Honeyghan was 28 with a record of 33-1. Honeyghan was on a 2-fight winning streak. Starling stopped Lloyd Honeyghan via TKO in the 9th round. Crowned the new welterweight champion.
2. Marlon Starling KOs Mark Breland
On August 22, 1987 Marlon Starling fought Mark Breland for the WBA welterweight title. Starling was 27 years old with a record of 41-4, and Breland was 24 with a record of 18-0. Starling was on a 4-fight winning streak and Breland was on an undefeated 18-fight winning streak. Starling stopped Mark Breland via TKO in the 11th round. Crowned the new welterweight champion.
3. Marlon Starling defeats Tomás Molinares
On July 29, 1988 Marlon Starling faced Tomás Molinares. Starling was 28 years old with a record of 43-4-1, and Molinares was 0 with a record of 0-0. Starling won via no contest.
4. Marlon Starling draws with Mark Breland in their 2nd fight
On April 16, 1988 Marlon Starling defended his WBA welterweight title against Mark Breland. It was their second meeting. Starling was 28 years old with a record of 43-4, and Breland was 24 with a record of 20-1. Starling was on a 6-fight winning streak and Breland was on a 2-fight winning streak. The fight ended in a points decision.