Gus Lesnevich
| Gus Lesnevich | |
|---|---|
| Statistics | |
| Rated at | Light heavyweight |
| Height | 5 ft 9 in (1.75 m) |
| Nationality |  American |
| Born | February 22, 1915 Cliffside Park, New Jersey |
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| Stance | Orthodox |
| Boxing record | |
| Total fights | 79 |
| Wins | 60 |
| Wins by KO | 23 |
| Losses | 14 |
| Draws | 5 |
Gustav George "Gus" Lesnevich (February 22, 1915 – February 28, 1964) was an American boxer. Lesnevich was born and raised in Cliffside Park, New Jersey.[1]
Lesnevich turned pro in 1934 and in 1940 took on National Boxing Association World Light Heavyweight Title holder Billy Conn, but lost a decision. In 1941 he took on Anton Christoforidis, winning the title by decision. Later that year he defended the title twice against Tami Mauriello, winning both decisions. In 1948 he lost a decision to Freddie Mills along with his title recognition. In 1949 he took on Ezzard Charles, but was TKO'd in the 7th, and retired after the bout.
In addition to his various accolades, Lesnevich was named Ring Magazine Fighter of the Year in 1947.
Lesnevich served in the United States Coast Guard from 1943 to 1945.
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| Achievements | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by | NBA World Light Heavyweight Champion May 22, 1941– July 26, 1948 |
Succeeded by Freddie Mills |
| Preceded by
Billy Conn
Vacated |
NYSAC Light Heavyweight Champion August 26, 1941 – July 26, 1948 |
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| Undisputed Light Heavyweight Champion August 26, 1941 – July 26, 1948 |
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- ↑ via Associated Press. "Billy Conn Punches Out Decision Over Lesnevich: Pittsburgh Fighter Successfully Defends Light-heavyweight Title Through Superior Boxing Ability Before Small Crowd at Detroit", Hartford Courant, June 6, 1940. Accessed March 22, 2011. "Billy Conn, the smiling, dancing Irishman from Pittsburgh, successfully defended his world's light heavyweight boxing championship tonight by beating out a close 15-round decision over Gus Lesnevich, plodding challenger from Cliffside Park..."
