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Max Baer

66

Wins

13

Losses

0

Draws

None

KO%
  • Birth Name: Maximillian Adelbert Baer
  • Birth Place: Contribute
  • Born: February 11, 1909
  • Died: Contribute
  • Age: 114
  • Height: 6′ 2½″
  • Weight: Contribute
  • Reach: 81″
  • Stance: Orthodox
  • Pro Debut: May 16, 1929
  • Nationality: USA
  • Status: Inactive
  • Manager: Contribute
  • Promoter: Contribute
  • Total Bouts: 79
  • Total Rounds: 423

Max Baer was a heavyweight boxer with a professional career that spanned over eleven years, from 1929 to 1941. Over the course of his career, Baer fought in a total of 81 fights, winning 68 of them, 51 of which were by knockout. Baer also won three world titles throughout his career, including the NBA, NYSAC, and The Ring heavyweight titles.

One of the highlights of Baer's career came on June 14, 1934, when he fought against Primo Carnera for the world titles. After 11 rounds of the intense fight, Baer emerged as the world heavyweight champion. This was a defining moment in Baer's career and cemented his place in boxing history.

Baer's boxing career was marked by numerous battles against some of the most talented boxers of his time. One of his most notable fights came on June 8, 1933, against Max Schmeling. This was the first impressive performance of Baer's career, and he secured a victory via a 10th round TKO.

Throughout his career, Baer faced 13 losses, one of which was in a title bout, and the remaining 12 were non-title bouts. Despite these losses, Baer remained a respected and popular fighter throughout his career.

Baer retired from professional boxing in 1941, having left a lasting impact on the sport. He was known for his powerful punches and aggressive fighting style, which made him a formidable opponent in the ring. Today, Baer is remembered as one of the greatest heavyweights of all time.

One of the most significant accomplishments of Baer's career was winning the world heavyweight titles in 1934 against Primo Carnera. Baer's victory was an impressive demonstration of his skill and determination, and it established him as a force to be reckoned with in the boxing world. This victory was the pinnacle of Baer's career, and it secured his legacy as one of the all-time greats in the sport.

Baer's career was not without its challenges, as he faced losses numerous times throughout his professional career. However, his resilience and determination helped him bounce back from these setbacks, and he remained a respected and revered fighter throughout his career.

One of the most notable aspects of Baer's fighting style was his powerful punches. Baer was known for his devastating right hand, which he used to deliver knockout blows to his opponents. This punching power made him a dangerous opponent in the ring and contributed to his numerous victories throughout his career.

In addition to his impressive punching power, Baer was also known for his aggressive and relentless fighting style. He was not afraid to take risks in the ring, and he often pushed himself to the limit to secure a victory. This tenacity and determination made him a fan favorite and contributed to his lasting legacy in the sport.

Today, Baer remains a beloved figure in the world of boxing. He was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 1995, cementing his reputation as one of the all-time greats in the sport. His legacy lives on as a reminder of what can be achieved through hard work, dedication, and determination.

In conclusion, Max Baer was a heavyweight boxer with an impressive career that spanned over a decade. He secured numerous victories throughout his career, including three world titles. Baer's legacy is defined by his impressive punching power, aggressive fighting style, and his resilience in the face of setbacks. He remains a revered figure in the world of boxing and an inspiration to fighters everywhere.

Max Baer Fight Record

# Date Age Opponent Result Via
81 Apr 4, 1941 32 Lou Nova Loss TKO8
80 Sep 26, 1940 31 Pat Comiskey Win TKO1
79 Jul 2, 1940 31 Tony Galento Win RTD7
78 Sep 18, 1939 30 Babe Ritchie Win KO2
77 Sep 4, 1939 30 Big Ed Murphy Win KO1
76 Jun 1, 1939 30 Lou Nova Loss TKO11
75 Oct 26, 1938 29 Hank Hankinson Win KO1
74 Mar 11, 1938 29 Tommy Farr Win UD
73 May 27, 1937 28 Ben Foord Win TKO9
72 Apr 15, 1937 28 Tommy Farr Loss PTS
71 Oct 19, 1936 27 Dutch Weimer Win KO2
70 Oct 8, 1936 27 Willie Davies Loss PTS
69 Oct 6, 1936 27 Tim Charles Win KO4
68 Sep 21, 1936 27 Andy Miller Win NWS
67 Sep 14, 1936 27 Bearcat Wright Win NWS
66 Sep 7, 1936 27 Cowboy Sammy Evans Win KO3
65 Sep 4, 1936 27 Cyclone Lynch Win KO3
64 Sep 2, 1936 27 Al Gaynor Win KO1
63 Aug 31, 1936 27 Don Baxter Win KO1
62 Aug 29, 1936 27 Al Frankco Win KO2
61 Aug 25, 1936 27 Cecil Myart Win PTS
60 Aug 24, 1936 27 Nails Gorman Win TKO3
59 Jul 24, 1936 27 Bob Williams Win KO1
58 Jul 17, 1936 27 Cecil Smith Win PTS
57 Jul 16, 1936 27 Junior Munsell Win KO5
56 Jul 13, 1936 27 James Merriott Win KO2
55 Jul 2, 1936 27 Buck Rogers Win KO3
54 Jun 24, 1936 27 Wilson Dunn Win TKO3
53 Jun 23, 1936 27 George Brown Win TKO4
52 Jun 19, 1936 27 Harold Murphy Win PTS
51 Jun 17, 1936 27 Bob Fraser Win TKO2
50 Jun 15, 1936 27 Tony Souza Win PTS
49 Sep 24, 1935 26 Joe Louis Loss KO4
48 Jun 13, 1935 26 James J. Braddock Loss UD
47 Jun 14, 1934 25 Primo Carnera Win TKO11
46 Jun 8, 1933 24 Max Schmeling Win TKO10
45 Sep 26, 1932 23 Tuffy Griffiths Win TKO7
44 Aug 31, 1932 23 Ernie Schaaf Win MD
43 Jul 4, 1932 23 King Levinsky Win PTS
42 May 11, 1932 23 Walter Cobb Win TKO4
41 Apr 26, 1932 23 Paul Swiderski Win TKO6
40 Feb 22, 1932 23 Tom Heeney Win PTS
39 Jan 29, 1932 22 King Levinsky Win UD
38 Dec 30, 1931 22 Arthur De Kuh Win PTS
37 Nov 23, 1931 22 Les Kennedy Win KO3
36 Nov 9, 1931 22 Johnny Risko Win PTS
35 Oct 21, 1931 22 Santa Camarão Win KO10
34 Sep 23, 1931 22 Jack Van Noy Win TKO8
33 Jul 4, 1931 22 Paulino Uzcudun Loss PTS
32 May 5, 1931 22 Johnny Risko Loss UD
31 Apr 7, 1931 22 Ernie Owens Win KO2
30 Feb 6, 1931 21 Tommy Loughran Loss UD
29 Jan 16, 1931 21 Tom Heeney Win KO3
28 Dec 19, 1930 21 Ernie Schaaf Loss UD
27 Aug 25, 1930 21 Frankie Campbell Win TKO5
26 Aug 11, 1930 21 KO Christner Win KO2
25 Jul 15, 1930 21 Les Kennedy Loss PTS
24 Jun 25, 1930 21 Ernie Owens Win KO5
23 Jun 11, 1930 21 Buck Weaver Win KO1
22 May 28, 1930 21 Jack Linkhorn Win KO1
21 May 7, 1930 21 Tom Toner Win TKO6
20 Apr 22, 1930 21 Ernie Owens Win PTS
19 Apr 9, 1930 21 Jack Stewart Win KO2
18 Jan 29, 1930 20 Tiny Abbott Win KO6
17 Jan 15, 1930 20 Tiny Abbott Loss DQ
16 Dec 30, 1929 20 Tony Fuente Win KO1
15 Dec 4, 1929 20 Chet Shandel Win KO2
14 Nov 20, 1929 20 Tillie Taverna Win KO2
13 Nov 6, 1929 20 Natie Brown Win PTS
12 Oct 30, 1929 20 Alex Rowe Win KO1
11 Oct 16, 1929 20 Chief Caribou Win TKO1
10 Oct 2, 1929 20 George Carroll Win TKO1
9 Sep 25, 1929 20 Frank Rudzenski Win KO3
8 Sep 4, 1929 20 Jack McCarthy Loss DQ
7 Aug 8, 1929 20 Al Red Ledford Win KO2
6 Jul 31, 1929 20 Benny Hill Win PTS
5 Jul 24, 1929 20 Benny Hill Win PTS
4 Jul 18, 1929 20 Al Red Ledford Win KO1
3 Jul 4, 1929 20 Tillie Taverna Win KO1
2 Jun 6, 1929 20 Sailor Leeds Win TKO1
1 May 16, 1929 20 Chief Caribou Win TKO2