All boxersRed Burman
“Red”
Boxing · Deceased78-22-3RECORD
33WINS BY KO / TKO
45WINS BY DECISION
103PRO FIGHTS
Profile
| Full name | James Clarence Burman |
|---|---|
| Nickname | Red |
| Date of birth | 18 Mar 1915 |
| Died | 25 Jan 1996 |
| Nationality | American |
| Birthplace | Baltimore, Maryland, US |
| Based in | Not added yet |
| Weight classes | Heavyweight, Light heavyweight |
| Trainers | Not added yet |
| Height | Not added yet |
| Reach | Not added yet |
| Stance | Not added yet |
| Years active | 1930–1942 |
| Status | Deceased |
| Last fight | Loss vs Joe Louis, 31 Jan 1941 |
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Background
Baltimore heavyweight who early in his career fought as "K.O. Burns" and became a highly rated contender, challenging Joe Louis for the world heavyweight title in 1941.
Fight history
1 fight on file. More fights can be added when this profile is claimed.
| Result | Opponent | Method | Round | Time | Date | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loss | Joe Louis | KO | 5 | 2:49 | 31 Jan 1941 | New York City, New York, US | For NYSAC, NBA and The Ring heavyweight titles |
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