George Gardiner (boxer)
George Gardiner | |
|---|---|
| Born | George Gardner March 17, 1877 |
| Died | July 8, 1954 (aged 77) |
| Nationality | Irish |
| Statistics | |
| Weight(s) | Middleweight Heavyweight |
| Height | 5 ft 11+1⁄2 in (1.816 m) |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Boxing record | |
| Total fights | 68 |
| Wins | 45 |
| Wins by KO | 31 |
| Losses | 11 |
| Draws | 9 |
| No contests | 1 |
George Gardiner (March 17, 1877 – July 8, 1954) was a famous Irish boxer in America who was the first undisputed World Light Heavyweight Champion. He held claims to both the World Middleweight Title as well as the World Heavyweight Title. He was the second man in history to hold the World's Light Heavyweight title, defeating the first Light Heavyweight Champion, Jack Root, by KO after 12 rounds.