Paddy Duffy
| Paddy Duffy | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Statistics | |
| Rated at | Welterweight |
| Height | 5 ft 7 in (1.70 m) |
| Nationality | American |
| Born |
November 12, 1864 Boston, Massachusetts |
| Died | July 9, 1890 (aged 25) |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Boxing record | |
| Total fights | 50 |
| Wins | 31 |
| Wins by KO | 18 |
| Losses | 3 |
| Draws | 16 |
For the Irish nationalist politician, see Paddy Duffy (politician).
Paddy Duffy (12 November 1864 in Boston, Massachusetts – 19 July 1890) was an American boxer of Irish descent. He was the first world welterweight champion of boxing's gloved era.
Duffy won his first professional fight by knockout over Skin Doherty in 1884 at the age of 19. His last fight happened in 1889 against Australian champion Tom Meadows, who he defeated by disqualification. Just over a year later, he died of tuberculosis at the age of 25 while he was still recognized as champion, ending his career with a 33-3-21 win-loss-draw record with 18 knockout victories. He was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 2008.[1]
See also
- Lineal championship
- List of lineal boxing world champions
- List of welterweight boxing champions
- List of select Jewish boxers
References
- ↑ "Paddy Duffy". International Boxing Hall of Fame. Retrieved October 14, 2016.
| Achievements | ||
|---|---|---|
| Inaugural Champion | World Welterweight Champion October 30, 1888 – July 1890 Died from tuberculosis |
Vacant Title next held by "Mysterious" Billy Smith |
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