All boxersBilly Petrolle
“The Fargo Express”
Boxing · Deceased122-26-15 (1 NC)RECORD
65WINS BY KO / TKO
57WINS BY DECISION
164PRO FIGHTS
Against boxers on FightRec: 2-3-1 in 6 fights.
Profile
| Full name | William Michael Petrolle |
|---|---|
| Nickname | The Fargo Express |
| Date of birth | 10 Jan 1905 |
| Died | 14 May 1983 |
| Nationality | American |
| Birthplace | Berwick, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Weight classes | Lightweight |
| Height | 170 cm (5′7″) |
| Reach | 178 cm (70″) |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Years active | 1922–1934 |
| Status | Deceased |
| Fights on FightRec | 6 (1928–1931) |
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Background
Petrolle was a lightweight contender who lost a 15-round decision to Tony Canzoneri for the world title in 1932. He was later inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame.
Fights against boxers on FightRec
6 fights. Newest first.
| Result | Opponent | Method | Round | Time | Date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loss | Jimmy McLarnin | Decision (unanimous) | 10 | 20 Aug 1931 | ||
| Loss | Jimmy McLarnin | Decision (unanimous) | 10 | 27 May 1931 | ||
| Win | Jimmy McLarnin | Decision (unanimous) | 10 | 21 Nov 1930 | ||
| Loss | Jack (Kid) Berg | Decision (unanimous) | 10 | 10 Oct 1930 | ||
| Win | Jack (Kid) Berg | TKO | 5 | 24 Aug 1928 | ||
| Draw | Jack (Kid) Berg | Decision (points) | 10 | 26 Jul 1928 |