Best fights of Primo Carnera

Over 18 years as a professional, Primo Carnera compiled a 89-14 (72) record, including five title fights. Here are his best fights.

1. 1. Primo Carnera loses to Young Stribling in their 2nd fight via disqualification

   On December 7, 1929 Primo Carnera faced Young Stribling in a light heavyweight bout. It was their second meeting. Carnera was 23 years old with a record of 15-1, and Stribling was 24 with a record of 226-13-17. Carnera was on a 9-fight winning streak, while Stribling was coming off a loss. Carnera lost via disqualification.

2. 2. Primo Carnera defeats Young Stribling

   On November 18, 1929 Primo Carnera faced Young Stribling in a light heavyweight bout. Carnera was 23 years old with a record of 14-1, and Stribling was 24 with a record of 226-12-17. Carnera was on a 8-fight winning streak and Stribling was on a 7-fight winning streak. Carnera won via disqualification.

3. 3. Primo Carnera KOs Jack Sharkey in their 2nd fight

   On June 29, 1933 Primo Carnera fought Jack Sharkey for the NBA, NYSAC, and The Ring heavyweight titles. It was their second meeting. Carnera was 26 years old with a record of 75-6, and Sharkey was 30 with a record of 36-9-2. Carnera was on a 15-fight winning streak and Sharkey was on a 2-fight winning streak. Carnera stopped Jack Sharkey via KO in the 6th round. Crowned the new heavyweight champion.