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1. Who did Harold Johnson defeat to win the light heavyweight championship?
2. Harold Johnson fought Archie Moore five times. How many did he win?
3. Georges Carpentier fought from Welterweight to Heavyweight, but is best known for his challenge against the Manassa Mauler, while Light Heavyweight champion. Who did Carpentier defeat for the Light Heavyweight crown?
4. Gene Fullmer (Middleweight Champion 1957 NBA 1959-62), had three draws in his career, one came against Sugar Ray Robinson, and another came against Dick Tiger. Who was the other against?
5. Light Heavyweight champion Bob Foster held the title from 1968-74. Who did he defeat for that belt?
6. After Foster relinquished the belt, England's John Conteh won a hard fought 15 round decision over Jorge Ahumada for the WBC belt, while Argentine strongman Victor Galindez stopped Michigan's Lenny Hutchins in 13 rounds for the WBA crown. Who was the winner of the Conteh vs. Galindez bout?
7. Hall of Famer Matthew Saad Muhammad reigned as Light Heavyweight champion from 1979 until 1981. Who did he defeat for the belt?
8. Saad Muhammad's first title defense came against former champion John Conteh. In a gory bout, Saad scored 2 late round knockdowns to win a razor close 15 round decision. In their rematch, Saad won by an easy knockout. What round did Saad kayo the faded Conteh?
9. John Conteh was the only boxer to go 15 rounds with Saad Muhammad?
10. Prior to winning the Lt. Heavyweight championship, Billy Conn twice went the 15 round distance. Who extended Billy 15 rounds the first time?
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