FOTY: from 1897-1921

Discussion in 'Classic Boxing Forum' started by William Walker, May 27, 2020.


  1. William Walker

    William Walker Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    Obviously the first fight ever filmed was Fitzsimmons-Corbett in '97, and the first Ring Magazine FOTY was Greb-Tunney I. Hypothetically, if Ring Magzine had existed since '97, what should be the FOTY for '97 to '21. I have to admit I am only well-versed in the superfights of this era, so I would probably end up saying these were the best fights:

    1897: Fitzsimmons vs. Corbett
    1906: Gans vs. Nelson I
    1909: Johnson vs. Ketchel
    1910: Johnson vs. Jeffries
    1912: Wolgast vs. Rivers I/ Wolgast vs. Nelson II
    1915: Willard vs. Johnson

    I must admit that I am not extremely knowledgeable about what would be the best picks. Keep in mind, the fights have to be ones that were filmed. So Jeanette-McVey III and stuff like that won't count.