Leavander Johnson
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Leavander Johnson (December 24, 1969 – September 22, 2005) was an American lightweight boxer from Atlantic City, New Jersey,[1] who once held the International Boxing Federation version of the world title. He won the title on June 17, 2005, against the Italian fighter Stefano Zoff, winning after the referee stopped the fight in the seventh round. Johnson lost his first IBF title defense. After walking out of the ring following that fight, he collapsed in the locker room and died of brain injuries several days later.
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Leavander Johnson | |
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Born | Leavander Johnson (1969-12-24)December 24, 1969 Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States |
Died | September 22, 2005(2005-09-22) (aged 35) Las Vegas, Nevada, United States |
Nationality | American |
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Weight(s) | Lightweight |
Stance | Orthodox |
Boxing record | |
Total fights | 42 |
Wins | 34 |
Wins by KO | 26 |
Losses | 5 |
Draws | 2 |
No contests | 1 |
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