Light Heavyweight rankings for April 1947. Change division or month to compare rankings.
| Rank | WBA | WBC | IBF | WBO | RINGApril 1947 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🏆 | Not available for April 1947 | Not available for April 1947 | Not available for April 1947 | Not available for April 1947 | Gus Lesnevich Champion |
| 1 | Ezzard Charles | ||||
| 2 | Freddie Mills | ||||
| 3 | Billy Fox | ||||
| 4 | Tommy Yarosz | ||||
| 5 | Archie Moore | ||||
| 6 | Booker Beckwith | ||||
| 7 | Billy Smith | ||||
| 8 | Ray Augustus | ||||
| 9 | Jack Chase | ||||
| 10 | Costello Cruz |
Light Heavyweight is one of boxing's classic divisions, featuring fighters who combine speed, power, and technical skill. The division has a rich history dating back to the early 20th century.
Light Heavyweights are known for their balance of speed and power. Fighters in this division are typically athletic and skilled, capable of both technical boxing and explosive knockouts.
The Light Heavyweight division has been home to many legendary fighters, including Archie Moore, Bob Foster, and more recently, fighters like Bernard Hopkins and Sergey Kovalev.
Light Heavyweight has long been considered one of boxing's premier divisions, consistently producing competitive matchups and memorable fights throughout boxing history.
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