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Light Heavyweight Boxing Rankings - December 1931

Light Heavyweight rankings for December 1931. Change division or month to compare rankings.

Division
Period
Org
Note: The WBA, WBC, IBF and WBO did not exist in December 1931.
RankRINGDecember 1931
🏆Maxey Rosenbloom
Champion
1Billy Jones+1
2Dave MaierNEW
3Lew Scozza
4George CourtneyNEW
5George Manley-4
6Al Gainer
7Bob Olin
8Larry JohnsonNEW
9Battling BozoNEW
10Joe KnightNEW

Source: WBA, WBC, IBF, WBO, RING

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Month-over-month changes since December 1931

RINGDecember 1931 vs October 1931

Entered the top 10

  • Dave MaierNow in the top 10 at #2
  • George CourtneyInto the top 10 at #4
  • Larry JohnsonNow ranked #8
  • Battling BozoNow ranked #9
  • Joe KnightNow ranked #10

Dropped out of the top 10

  • Ace HudkinsWas #4 last month
  • Jimmy SlatteryPreviously held #5
  • Joe BanovicWas #8 last month
  • Bob GodwinOut of the top 10 after being #9
  • Jimmy HannahWas #10 last month

Biggest risers

  • Billy JonesClimbed a place to #1
    +1

Biggest fallers

  • George ManleyFell from #1 to #5
    -4

About the Light Heavyweight Division

Weight Limit: 168-175 lbs (76.2-79.4 kg)

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.

Division Characteristics

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.

Notable Facts

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.

Historical Context

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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