Best fights of Trevor Berbick
Over 24 years as a professional, Trevor Berbick compiled a 49-11-1 (33) record, including 17 title fights. Here are his best fights.
1. Trevor Berbick defeats Pinklon Thomas
On March 22, 1986 Trevor Berbick fought Pinklon Thomas for the WBC heavyweight title. Berbick was 31 years old with a record of 30-4-1, and Thomas was 28 with a record of 26-0-1. Berbick was on a 8-fight winning streak and Thomas was on an undefeated 6-fight winning streak. Berbick won via unanimous decision. Crowned the new heavyweight champion.
2. Trevor Berbick defeats Muhammad Ali
On December 11, 1981 Trevor Berbick faced Muhammad Ali in a heavyweight bout. Berbick was 27 years old with a record of 19-2-1, and Ali was 39 with a record of 56-4. Berbick was coming off a win, while Ali was coming off a loss. Berbick won via unanimous decision.
3. Trevor Berbick loses to Larry Holmes via unanimous decision
On April 11, 1981 Trevor Berbick fought Larry Holmes for the The Ring and WBC heavyweight titles. Berbick was 26 years old with a record of 18-1-1, and Holmes was 31 with a record of 36-0. Berbick was on a 6-fight winning streak and Holmes was on an undefeated 36-fight winning streak. Berbick lost via unanimous decision. Failed to capture the title. Went the distance with Holmes.
