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Sydney Referee

Location

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Date

Jun 26, 1929

Page

2

Sarron Deserved the Decision

American Pete Sarron defeated Johnnie Leckie by knockout after fifteen rounds at Sydney Stadium. Sarron landed three clean knockdowns and dominated late in the bout, earning a controversial verdict praised by Americans but questioned by locals. Leckie fought bravely, fading in the later rounds but nearly turning the tide at times with sharp lefts and a stubborn comeback. The crowd witnessed a fierce, gritty title fight with Sarron ultimately earning the decision.

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Frankie Jackson Wins In Fast Boxing Bout At Leichhardt

Frankie Jackson fights through a crowded ring at Leichhardt to win with a knockout blow in the later rounds. The match features exchanges with rival fighters including Busey and Kin Lore, ending as Jackson claims victory amid a flurry of punches and a decisive finish in the final minute.

From Captain to Mat Man in Sydney Wrestling Clash

The Sydney wrestling match opens Monday with a bout featuring Taesian George Zaryno and American Allo Tustoon Harned. Zaryno, once allied with Russia, fought through multiple eras and styles, facing top rivals like Pinky Cantiner and Clarence Eklund, while earning fame across Australia and America.

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Wrestlers Clash Ends In Narrow Adelaide Fall

Marshall defeats McDougall by one fall in a high intensity exhibition at Adelaide. Marshall showed speed and dexterity, repeatedly pressuring McDougall for minutes with bold attacks. A crowd watched as the bout swung on near falls and key exchanges before the deciding fall.

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Leckie and Sarron Fight Ends In Fierce Knockout Thriller

Leckie and Sarron provided a lively display of pugilistic skill last Saturday night. Both boxers traded jabs and power shots from the opening bell, delivering a brutal, crowd-pleasing contest marked by two knockdowns and a dramatic late surge. The New Britain favorite rallied in round seven to seize the verdict, and a return bout is strongly hinted at for an immediate rematch.

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Conners a Great Fighter Knocks Out Griffiths

Ern Conners delivered a technical knockout over New Zealander Johnny Griffiths in the eighth round at Sydney Stadium on Wednesday night. Griffiths showed grit, trading round by round, but Conners forced the stoppage with strong punching and steady aggression before the final bell.

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Boxing Night at Sydney Stadium Stirs Fans Tonight

A loaded middleweight clash headlines a Sydney Stadium program as Tachie McDonald faces Jock Heroes tess on a high profile card. McDonald returned from New Zealand, brought in by promoter efforts, while Heroes aims to extend a long unbeaten run under Jack Dunleavy. The bout promises a Saturday night draw for insiders and a test of McDonald’s returning form against a durable rival.

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Wrestlers Arrive For Stadluos Contract Arrivals

Wrestlers arrived Saturday under contract to Stadluos. George Walker and Clarence Biland, former world's arm wrestler titleholder Ted Tha Innt season in Sydney, Toe Zikmund, and John Peach are listed. Pesek defeated John Kilonig two straight falls in twelve minutes before departing America. Vosek Lang won the world's title on dimensions and bids to become as popular as it proved to be last year.

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Wrestlers Clash Ends In Technical Knockout

In a fierce bout, Gril nearly turned the tide after three failed attempts but was finally defeated when Conners delivered a technical knockout as the crowd watched. The match ended with Conners declared winner after the hard-fought exchange on the canvas.

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The Mighty Don Athaldo and the Strength System

An ad claiming Don Athaldo and his strength system transform weak men into champions. It touts his methods as the key to rapid muscular power, featuring testimonials from athletes like Joby Hettel and other champions. The message invites readers to request a free illustrated book and directs to the Australian Gymnasium in Melbourne.

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Santel Dominates Banaski In Melbourne Wrestling Bout

Ad Santel, once a fallen idol of heavyweight wrestling, opened the Melbourne season with a decisive display against American Joe Banaski. Santel countered Banaski’s strength with superior technique, winning rounds one and seven while repeatedly preempting the younger fighter’s bold offensives.

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Richards Outpoints Priston in Australia Showdown

Johnnie Priston, American southpaw welterweight, challenged Bill Richards at Leichbeidt Stadium before a packed crowd. Richards used sharp defense and countering to win most rounds, edging Priston by decision after a hard fought twelve rounds, with Priston displaying courage but failing to land the knockout punch.

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