Richards and Munro discuss middleweight future in Sydney
Ron Richards trains at Limutkin's gym under Jack Munro as they debate whether Richards can-fit the middleweight limit after upcoming fights. Richards cites disputed pay and management tensions with Fennell, while Stadiums Ltd is blamed for a failed £1250 offer. A new rebound emerges with Spider Agach defeating Chink Homer at Newmarket Stadium amid featherweight talk.
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Boxing at Sydney Stadium Stewart defeats Manning in tough middleweight bout
Stewart outclasses Roscoe Manning delivering crushing rights while Manning absorbs punishment. Manning’s left eye swelled by round five and nearly closed by round eleven as Stewart pressed the attack. Referee halted later rounds leaving Stewart ahead in a closely fought national boxing card.
Richards Signs With Stadiums Ltd for Three Fights
Ron Richards, manager JACK MUNRO, signed articles with Stadiums Ltd for three fights as Australian champion. Richards will meet Syd Brown, Jamaican middleweight, at Brisbane Stadium on April 4, then battles Roscoe Manning and Ossie Stewart. If training holds, he aims to beat Brown and Manning and then tackle Stewart. The program is expected to draw a record gate.
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U.S.A
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Comiskey Emerges as Rising Heavyweight Hope
An 18 year old American boxer is highlighted as a top natural puncher in the heavyweight ranks. He recently earned his sixth professional win and knocked out opponents in a short time, drawing comparisons to Joe Louis in his ascent.
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Brisbane Fist Wilson and Velasco in Dazzling Battle
Jackle Wilson and Joe Velasco staged a 12 round boxing bout in Brisbane Friday night. The crowd remained on edge from start to finish as both fighters displayed relentless pressure and varied tactics, with many fans calling it a showcase performance regardless of a definitive victor.
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English Promoters Eye Australian Fighters in Early Talks
English boxing promoters show interest in Australian pugilists with inquiries about potential bouts. Names like Richards and Purcell surface in cables seeking clues to fights at Bellevue Stadium Manchester and possible English returns. No definite offers yet, and Henneberry remains a probable manager for any business, with others showing tentative interest limited by likely outcomes.
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Jimmy Purcell
England
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Wona
Darey and Clift Split £5 Prize in Olympia Showdown
The Sports Arena hosted Tuesday night action on the Olympia Sports "Search or Talent" program. Teatherweights Billy Darey and Art Clift divided the £5 prize after a hard fought decision, with Clift winning the bout. The eleven-fight card drew a well attended crowd.
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Young v Minahan set for Friday in Sydney boxing clash
Chinese American bantamweight Yu Kong Young arrives in Australia to face Sydney contender Jock Minahan. Young aims to convert an undisputed clean record into a win while Minahan relies on experience and heavy punches to upset the visitor.
West Melbourne Bill Sets Featherweight Title Clash Night
West Melbourne outlines a boxing card for next Saturday featuring Harry Melis vs Danny Rolly for Victoria featherweight title over 16 rounds. Also on the bill are Bert Osborne vs Tommy Loler, Ian Ellin vs Kid Delaney, Spider Webb vs Jon Gill, Alfie McCarthy vs Vern Ople, plus two rounders Qwen Cairns vs Jackie Gray and AL Dupoey vs Jarry Dwyer.
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Hall Triumphs After Brutal Bout at West Melbourne
Joe Hall edged Johnny Hutchinson in a brutal Melbourne Stadium fight last Saturday. Hall withstood repeated blows and a near knockdown, roared back to outlast Hutchinson in the later rounds and claim the victory despite heavy punishment. The card also featured a No Contest between Kid and Smallwood at Carlton Stadium.
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Boxing notes from Sydney and Brisbane ringside action
Glove thuds mark a busy weekend as Kai Kong Young wins by technical knockout over Ray Had Wigan at Sports Arena Sydney. Liam Wilson dominates at Brisbane Stadium stopping Charlie Barne for his third straight victory. Bennell and Westbury clash again after a crowd-pleasing match, ahead of their planned April 6 bout. The Rogers show features Jimmy Sharman’s troupe at Royal Sydney Show with wrestlers and boxers. Ackie Wilson returns to Brisbane Stadium to face Henry Moreno, while Tom Reddington defeats Tommy Martin in London. Clarke and Snowy Clarke star at Leichhardt Stadium, with Purcell-Dixon and other bouts adding to a packed program.
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Fire Glove Parade Reflects on Boxing’s Old Masters
In a Sydney context from decades past, critics argue modern trainers differ from legendary oldtimers while recounting a bout between George John and Ted Nelson and a night of high skill in Australia’s welterweight scene. John’s victory is recalled amid praise for tactical glove artistry.
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