Considering the varying histories and experiences of the leading Welsh boxers during World War I, the conflict that erupted in a true golden era for the sport in Wales.
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The night Johnny lost his teeth: Johnny Summers v Johnny Basham
Marking the centenary of Johnny Basham v Johnny Summers, when Basham won the British welterweight title – but lost most of his canines.
Duke McKenzie v Steve Robinson
Marking the 20th anniversary of arguably the high point of Steve Robinson’s remarkable ‘Cinderella Man’ world title reign, the 1 October, 1994, win over Duke McKenzie at the National Ice Rink, Cardiff.
Emile Griffith v Brian Curvis
Marking the 50th anniversary of one of the biggest fights in Welsh boxing history, Brian Curvis challenging the great Emile Griffith for the world welterweight title at Wembley Stadium.
Freddie Welsh v Willie Ritchie II: Wales’ second world title
Marking the centenary of Freddie Welsh winning Wales’ second world boxing title with his victory over Willie Ritchie at Olympia on 7 July, 1914.