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Light Heavyweight Boxing Rankings - September 1933

Light Heavyweight rankings for September 1933. Change division or month to compare rankings.

Division
Period
Org
Note: The WBA, WBC, IBF and WBO did not exist in September 1933.
RankRINGSeptember 1933
🏆Maxey Rosenbloom
Champion
1John Henry Lewis
2Bob Godwin+2
3Tony Shucco
4Joe Knight-2
5Lew Scozza+1
6Wesley KetchellNEW
7Fred Lenhart-2
8Al Gainer
9Billy JonesNEW
10Gordon Fortenberry

Source: WBA, WBC, IBF, WBO, RING

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Month-over-month changes since September 1933

RINGSeptember 1933 vs August 1933

Entered the top 10

  • Wesley KetchellInto the top 10 at #6
  • Billy JonesEnters at #9

Dropped out of the top 10

  • Adolf HeuserLast ranked #7
  • Bob OlinWas #9 last month

Biggest risers

  • Bob GodwinClimbed from #4 to #2
    +2
  • Lew ScozzaUp one spot to #5
    +1

Biggest fallers

  • Joe KnightNow ranked #4 (was #2)
    -2
  • Fred LenhartFrom #5 to #7
    -2

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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