Best fights of Montell Griffin
Over 19 years as a professional, Montell Griffin has compiled a 50-8-1 (30) record, including 15 title fights. Here are his best fights.
1. Montell Griffin defeats Roy Jones Jr.
On March 21, 1997 Montell Griffin fought Roy Jones Jr. for the WBC light heavyweight title. Griffin was 26 years old with a record of 26-0, and Jr. was 28 with a record of 34-0. Griffin was on an undefeated 26-fight winning streak and Jr. was on an undefeated 34-fight winning streak. Griffin won via disqualification. Crowned the new light heavyweight champion.
2. Montell Griffin defeats James Toney in their 2nd fight
On December 6, 1996 Montell Griffin fought James Toney for the WBU light heavyweight title. It was their second meeting. Griffin was 26 years old with a record of 25-0, and Toney was 28 with a record of 53-2-2. Griffin was on an undefeated 25-fight winning streak and Toney was on a 9-fight winning streak. Griffin won via unanimous decision. Crowned the new light heavyweight champion.
3. Montell Griffin defeats James Toney
On February 18, 1995 Montell Griffin fought James Toney for the vacant IBF InterContinental and IBF InterContinental light heavyweight titles. Griffin was 24 years old with a record of 14-0, and Toney was 26 with a record of 44-1-2. Griffin was on an undefeated 14-fight winning streak, while Toney was coming off a loss. Griffin won via majority decision. Won the vacant titles.
