Tony Tubbs

Tony Tubbs, also known as TNT, is an American former professional boxer who made his debut against Bruce Scott on June 14, 1980. He won the fight via 1st round TKO, beginning his professional career in remarkable fashion. Tubbs went on to fight a total of 59 times during his career, winning 47 of those fights and losing 10, with 24 knockout wins to his name.

His first world title fight was against Greg Page for the heavyweight WBA title when he was 27 years old. Tubbs defeated Page via 15 round unanimous decision to become the heavyweight champion of the world. He has won one world title at heavyweight over the course of his 26-year-long professional boxing career. For all the details about Tubbs' world title wins and defenses, refer to "Tony Tubbs World Titles".

Tony Tubbs was a tough and versatile fighter who dealt some crushing blows to his opponents. Out of the 47 fights he won, 24 of those victories were via knockout. He was a force to be reckoned with in the ring and fought some of the best fighters in his weight class. Some of Tubbs' best fights and notable victories include wins over Greg Page, Bruce Seldon, Brian Minto, Tyrell Biggs, Jose Ribalta, and James Smith.

Tubbs had a total of 10 losses in his professional boxing career — two of them in title bouts and eight in non-title bouts. Of those losses, he suffered five via knockout. His first loss was against Tim Witherspoon via 15 round majority decision on January 17, 1986, which ended his 21-fight win streak. For more details about these defeats, refer to "All of Tony Tubbs' losses".

Tony Tubbs was born on February 15, 1958, in Cincinnati, Ohio. He stands tall at 6 ft 3 in (191 cm) with a reach of 79 in (201 cm) and has an orthodox stance. His weight class was heavyweight, and his boxing career lasted for more than 26 years, from 1980 to 2006.

Tubbs' fighting style was one of the most exciting and unique in the boxing world. He was a fierce competitor who always fought with passion and intensity. He paid attention to his opponents' weaknesses and exploited them wherever possible. Tubbs was a nimble fighter, quick on his feet, and able to move around the ring with ease. He could box effectively from both the outside and the inside, thanks to his deceptive reach.

His career highlights include some of the most impressive victories in boxing history. Tubbs won his first world title by defeating Greg Page via 15 round unanimous decision on April 29, 1985. He won the North American Boxing Federation title on November 21, 1989, when he out-pointed top contender Orlin Norris. Tubbs took part in the one-night People's Choice Heavyweight Tournament in Bay Saint Louis, Mississippi, in December 1993. He won the tournament by knocking out Willie Jackson in the first round and winning three-round decisions over 1984 Olympic Gold Medalist Tyrell Biggs, Jose Ribalta, and Daniel Dăncuţă.

One of Tubbs' most famous fights was against Mike Tyson, who he fought for the Undisputed World Heavyweight Championship on March 21, 1988. After out-boxing Tyson in the first round, Tubbs was knocked out in the second. Despite this loss, Tubbs remained one of the most respected fighters of his era and continued to inspire fans with his remarkable dedication and commitment to the sport of boxing.

Tony Tubbs was a boxer who left an indelible mark on the world of professional boxing. With his impressive record and numerous accolades, he will always be remembered as one of the greatest fighters of his generation. His success in the ring and his unwavering dedication to the sport continue to serve as a source of inspiration for boxing enthusiasts everywhere.

Tony Tubbs Fight Record