Mike McTigue
American boxer (1892-1966) · United States · On the map · Athletes · Died at 73
"Bold" Mike McTigue was an Irish-American professional boxer who reigned as the undisputed light-heavyweight boxing champion of the world from 1923 to 1925. He was the first light-heavyweight champion to be recognized by The Ring, a title he held from 1924 to 1925.
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After his first reign ended following a loss to Paul Berlenbach, he was awarded the NYSAC world light-heavyweight title in 1927, but he lost it that same year to Tommy Loughran in his first defense.
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United States
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1892 to 1966 · aged 73
The same award as Mike
Jack DelaneyBoth received WBA World Light Heavyweight ChampionHugo GarayBoth received WBA World Light Heavyweight Champion
Paul BerlenbachBoth received The Ring World Light Heavyweight Champion
Gus LesnevichBoth received The Ring World Light Heavyweight Champion
Mike RossmanBoth received WBA World Light Heavyweight ChampionBob OlinBoth received The Ring World Light Heavyweight Champion