On this day: John Conteh defeated Jorge Ahumada for world title

On this day: John Conteh defeated Jorge Ahumada for world title | Boxen247.com (Kristian von Sponneck)

On this day: John Conteh defeated Jorge Ahumada for world title | Boxen247.com (Kristian von Sponneck)

John Conteh vs. Jorge Ahumada

The Empire Pool, Wembley in London, England – October 1st, 1974

Liverpool’s John Conteh became WBC light heavyweight champion after defeating Argentinian Jorge Ahumada by UD in a 15 rounds match. The title was vacant, as the American Bob Foster, relinquished it. The fight took place at the Empire Pool, Wembley in London, England. The Referee, Harry Gibbs, who also scored the fight. Harry his compatriot winning by 147-142.

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