Leotis Martin
Leotis Martin | |
|---|---|
| Born | Leotis Martin March 10, 1939 Helena, Arkansas, U.S. |
| Died | November 20, 1995 (aged 56) |
| Other names | Otis Lee |
| Statistics | |
| Weight(s) | Heavyweight |
| Height | 6 ft 0+1⁄2 in (1.84 m) |
| Reach | 76 in (193 cm) |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Boxing record | |
| Total fights | 36 |
| Wins | 31 |
| Wins by KO | 19 |
| Losses | 5 |
| Draws | 0 |
Leotis Martin (March 10, 1939 – November 20, 1995) was an American boxer, he was the inaugural NABF Heavyweight Champion. A fairly-skilled heavyweight and a good punch, he beat rated contenders Alvin Lewis, Thad Spencer, Karl Mildenberger, and Sonny Banks, but is perhaps best known for his knockout victory over former-Heavyweight Champion, Sonny Liston. Unfortunately, Martin was forced to retire shortly after the Liston win due to a detached retina. The Ring Magazine listed Martin 68th on its list of the "100-Greatest-Punchers of all Time".