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Light Heavyweight Boxing Rankings - October 1986

Light Heavyweight rankings for October 1986. Change division or month to compare rankings.

Division
Period
Org
RankWBAWBCIBFWBORINGOctober 1986
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1Country flagMarvin Johnson
2Country flagBobby Czyz
3United Kingdom flagDennis Andries
4Slobodan Kacar YugoslaviaNEW
5Country flagEddie Davis
6Country flagWillie Edwards▲+1
7Country flagPrince Mama Mohammad▲+1
8Trinidad & Tobago flagLeslie Stewart TindadNEW
9Country flagJean Marie Emebe

Source: WBA, WBC, IBF, WBO, RING

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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Month-over-month changes since October 1986

RINGOctober 1986 vs September 1986

Entered the top 10

  • Slobodan Kacar YugoslaviaInto the top 10 at #4
  • TT flag
    Leslie Stewart TindadNow in the top 10 at #8

Dropped out of the top 10

  • UN flag
    Slobodan KacaryyOut of the top 10 after being #4
  • US flag
    J.b. WilliamsonOut of the top 10 after being #6
  • TT flag
    Leslie StewartLast ranked #10

Biggest risers

  • US flag
    Willie EdwardsClimbed a place to #6
    ▲+1
  • GH flag
    Prince Mama MohammadUp one spot to #7
    ▲+1