By John F. McKenna (McJack): It is ironic that another fighter who transcended boxing was Joe Louis’s close friend Sugar Ray Robinson, who is generally acknowledged by boxing historians and those who actually saw him fight as the greatest “Pound for Pound” fighter who ever lived. As a matter of fact the term “Pound for Pound” was a term boxing writers came up with when they were attempting to figure out where to place him among the all time greats.
Sugar Ray Robinson
Famous Ring Wars: Sugar Ray Robinson vs Joey Maxim – Pt 2
By John F. McKenna (McJack): Although Robinson continued to pile up points and win rounds the intense heat and humidity appeared to be taking its toll. At one point his corner urged him to slow down and asked him if he thought he was Jack Dempsey.
Famous Ring Wars: Sugar Ray Robinson vs Joey Maxim – Pt 1
By John F. McKenna (McJack): On February 5, 1943 after winning 85 fights as an amateur, 69 of those via the KO route, 40 coming in the first round and then winning his first 40 professional fights, Sugar Ray Robinson lost his first fight to “The Bronx Bull” Jake LaMotta.
Is ‘Sugar’ Ray Robinson’s #1 spot as secure as we once thought?
By Andrew Bloxham:‘Sugar’ Ray Robinson is widely regarded as the single greatest fighter that the sport of boxing has ever seen. Boasting an astounding record of 173(108)-19-6 and generally being accepted as the most rounded fighter to have laced up the gloves, surely there is no debate as to his claim to that ‘Greatest of All Time’ tag with which he is so often labelled?
Can’t have it both ways, boxing fans
By Robert Elmore: Why is okay for boxers back in the day to get away with some much while today’s fighters catch much grief? For example, Ray Robinson one of the greatest fighters of all times was known to be a monster when it came to negotiations. He usually demanded the higher purse, a big percentage of the ticket sales, TV rights. Most of the time if these demands were not met, the fight was not made. But he usually got his way. He was trying to secure the most financially for himself possible. Sound like somebody we know today? What made it okay for Robinson to do it? Because he fought Jake Lamotta six times?
Flashback: Sugar Ray Robinson Profiled – Part 4
By John F. McKenna (McJack): Later that year Ray lost the title again, this time to the very rugged and tough Carmen Basilio in a fifteen round decision on September 23, 1957. He regained the title again with a controversial decision on March 25, 1958. This would be the 5th and last time that Robinson held the title.
Flashback: Sugar Ray Robinson Profiled – Part 3
By John F. McKenna (McJack): The confidence Robinson had in himself greatly contributed to his … read more
Flashback: Sugar Ray Robinson Profiled – Part 2
By John F. McKenna (McJack): Finally in December of 1946 Robinson won the vacant Welterweight … read more
How does Mayweather rate against Robinson, Whitaker, Leonard, and Ali?
By Armando Paz : Sugar Ray Robinson is simply regarded the greatest pound for pound fighter that has ever lived to many who follow the sport. Robinson had a great chin, incredible hand speed, great reflexes, and power in both hands. In other words, he had all the essential ingredients to be a legendary fighter. Robinson fought in an era where guys fought every month simply to pay their bills and support their families. There were only 8 divisions and one champion for each division.
Will Mayweather still consider himself better than Robinson and Ali if he loses to Mosley?
By William Mackay: It’s going to be really interesting to see if Floyd Mayweather Jr. (40-0, 25 KO’s) still considers himself better than Sugar Ray Robinson and Muhammad Ali if he loses tonight against Shane Mosley (46-5, 39 KO’s). You would assume that once Mayweather has been beaten his ego would equalize out to reality and he would start seeing that maybe he isn’t the best fighter in the world, but you can’t be too sure.