Best fights of Ralph Charles
Over 8 years as a professional, Ralph Charles has compiled a 39-4 (33) record, including eight title fights. Here are his top 10 best fights.
1. Ralph Charles KOs Chuck Henderson
On November 11, 1969 Ralph Charles defended his British and Commonwealth welterweight titles against Chuck Henderson. Charles was 26 years old with a record of 31-1, and Henderson was 0 with a record of 0-0. Charles was on a 15-fight winning streak. Charles stopped Chuck Henderson via KO in the 5th round. Defended the titles.
2. Ralph Charles KOs Jeff White
On September 5, 1971 Ralph Charles defended his Commonwealth welterweight title against Jeff White. Charles was 28 years old with a record of 37-3, and White was 0 with a record of 0-0. Charles was coming off a loss. Charles stopped Jeff White via TKO in the 5th round. Defended the title.
3. Ralph Charles KOs Bernie Terrell
On December 7, 1971 Ralph Charles defended his British and Commonwealth welterweight titles against Bernie Terrell. Charles was 28 years old with a record of 38-3, and Terrell was 0 with a record of 0-0. Charles was coming off a win. Charles stopped Bernie Terrell via TKO in the 8th round. Defended the titles.
4. Ralph Charles loses to José Nápoles via KO
On March 28, 1972 Ralph Charles fought José Nápoles for the undisputed welterweight title. Charles was 29 years old with a record of 39-3, and Nápoles was 31 with a record of 71-5. Charles was on a 2-fight winning streak and Nápoles was on a 6-fight winning streak. Nápoles stopped Charles via KO in the 7th round. Failed to capture the title.
5. Ralph Charles KOs Johann Orsolics
On November 20, 1970 Ralph Charles fought Johann Orsolics for the vacant EBU European welterweight title. Charles was 27 years old with a record of 34-2, and Orsolics was 0 with a record of 0-0. Charles was on a 2-fight winning streak. Charles stopped Johann Orsolics via KO in the 12th round. Won the vacant title.
6. Ralph Charles KOs Andre L'Homme
On June 17, 1969 Ralph Charles faced Andre L'Homme in a welterweight bout. Charles was 26 years old with a record of 29-1, and L'Homme was 0 with a record of 0-0. Charles was on a 13-fight winning streak. Charles stopped Andre L'Homme via TKO in the 1st round.
7. Ralph Charles KOs Luis Vinales
On April 1, 1969 Ralph Charles faced Luis Vinales in a welterweight bout. Charles was 26 years old with a record of 27-1, and Vinales was 0 with a record of 0-0. Charles was on a 11-fight winning streak. Charles stopped Luis Vinales via TKO in the 1st round.
8. Ralph Charles KOs Bobby Williams
On February 16, 1971 Ralph Charles faced Bobby Williams in a welterweight bout. Charles was 28 years old with a record of 35-2, and Williams was 0 with a record of 0-0. Charles was on a 3-fight winning streak. Charles stopped Bobby Williams via TKO in the 3rd round.
9. Ralph Charles KOs Johnny Kramer
On March 31, 1970 Ralph Charles faced Johnny Kramer in a welterweight bout. Charles was 27 years old with a record of 33-2, and Kramer was 0 with a record of 0-0. Charles was coming off a win. Charles stopped Johnny Kramer via TKO in the 3rd round.
10. Ralph Charles KOs Dave Hilton
On March 24, 1970 Ralph Charles faced Dave Hilton in a welterweight bout. Charles was 27 years old with a record of 32-2, and Hilton was 0 with a record of 0-0. Charles was coming off a loss. Charles stopped Dave Hilton via TKO in the 3rd round.