Harry Matthews (boxer), Date of Birth, Date of Death

    

Harry Matthews (boxer)

Date of Birth: 09-Dec-1922

Date of Death: 21-Feb-2003

Profession: athlete

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius


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About Harry Matthews (boxer)

  • Harry Matthews (December 9, 1922 – February 21, 2003) nicknamed Kid Matthews was an American Professional boxer who competed from 1937 to 1956.
  • He climbed to a top contender ranks and scored 90 victories, lost 7 times, drew 5 times and 1 no contest.
  • His most impressive wins where over former champions Al Hostak, Bob Murphy and Ezzard Charles.
  • He lost to Rocky Marciano in 1952, who went on becoming World Champion less than two months after their fight.
  • There were plans to cut weight and fight Sugar Ray Robinson but the fight didn't happen.

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