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Super Lightweight Boxing Rankings - May 1928

Super Lightweight rankings for May 1928. Change division or month to compare rankings.

Division
Period
Org
Note: Between January 1928 and July 1929 The Ring published contender rankings only (positions 1–10) and did not include a separate "champion" in its ratings.
Note: The WBA, WBC, IBF and WBO did not exist in May 1928.
RankRINGMay 1928
1Mushy Callahan
2Jackie Fields
3Baby Joe Gans
4Jack ThompsonNEW
5Freddy Mueller+1
6Eddie Kid WagnerNEW
7Tommy JonesNEW
8Jackie Brady-3
9Harry Wallach+1
10Sammy Vogel-3

Source: WBA, WBC, IBF, WBO, RING

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Month-over-month changes since May 1928

RINGMay 1928 vs April 1928

Entered the top 10

  • Jack ThompsonNow in the top 10 at #4
  • Eddie Kid WagnerNow in the top 10 at #6
  • Tommy JonesNow in the top 10 at #7

Dropped out of the top 10

  • Young Jack ThompsonLast ranked #4
  • Ruby GoldsteinPreviously held #8
  • Hilario MartinezLast ranked #9

Biggest risers

  • Freddy MuellerUp one spot to #5
    +1
  • Harry WallachFrom #10 to #9
    +1

Biggest fallers

  • Jackie BradyFell from #5 to #8
    -3
  • Sammy VogelDropped from #7 to #10
    -3

About the Super Lightweight Division

Weight Limit: 135-140 lbs (61.2-63.5 kg)

Super Lightweight, also known as Junior Welterweight or Light Welterweight, sits between Lightweight and Welterweight. The division features fast, skilled fighters with significant power.

Division Characteristics

Super Lightweights combine the speed of lightweights with increased power. Fighters in this division are typically quick, athletic, and capable of producing exciting fights.

Notable Facts

The Super Lightweight division has produced many exciting fighters and competitive matchups. The division is known for its depth of talent and competitive nature.

Historical Context

Established in 1959, Super Lightweight has developed into a respected division that often serves as a bridge between Lightweight and Welterweight.

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