Best fights of Ricky Burns
Over 22 years as a professional, Ricky Burns has compiled a 45-8-1 (17) record, including 21 title fights across four weight classes. Here is his best fight.
1. Ricky Burns KOs Kevin Mitchell
On September 22, 2012 Ricky Burns defended his WBO lightweight title against Kevin Mitchell. Burns was 29 years old with a record of 34-2, and Mitchell was 27 with a record of 33-1. Burns was on a 19-fight winning streak and Mitchell was on a 2-fight winning streak. Burns stopped Kevin Mitchell via TKO in the 4th round. Defended the title.