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Tommy Jackson (boxer)

Thomas "Tommy" Jackson (August 9, 1931 – February 14, 1982), often known as "Hurricane" Jackson, was an American professional boxer who competed from 1951 to 1961. In July 1957, he fought Floyd Patterson for the heavyweight championship. Jackson was noted for his stamina, bravery, and unorthodox style as a fighter.[1] He was trained and managed by Whitey Bimstein.[2]

Tommy Jackson
Born
Thomas Jackson

August 9, 1931
Sparta, Georgia, U.S.
DiedFebruary 14, 1982(1982-02-14) (aged 50)
NationalityAmerican
Other namesHurricane
Statistics
Weight(s)Heavyweight
StanceOrthodox
Boxing record
Total fights44
Wins34
Wins by KO16
Losses9
Draws1

Jackson, who was said to implore a "wild, windmill attack" was known to throw a double uppercut, in which he held both hands together as he brought them up.

While Jackson never won the Heavyweight title, he defeated some notable heavyweights, including tough contender Bob Baker and former champion Ezzard Charles, whom Jackson beat twice in 1955. In February 1956, he was ranked behind Light Heavyweight champion Archie Moore as a contender for Rocky Marciano's heavyweight title.

He fought two bouts with Floyd Patterson. In June 1956 he and Patterson fought in an elimination fight to see who would fight for the heavyweight championship left vacant by Rocky Marciano's retirement. Jackson lost a twelve-round split decision. In July 1957 Jackson fought Patterson again, this time for the heavyweight championship held by Patterson. Jackson lost in the tenth round by technical knockout. He fought on with limited success and had his final bout in 1960. After a few exhibition bouts in 1961, he retired, permanently leaving the ring.

In his later life he worked shining shoes and as a taxi driver. While driving his cab in late 1981 he was hit by a car and was critically injured. He died in 1982 in New York City due to his injuries.

Jackson was famous for bravery in the ring and at times taking much punishment. At one stage his license was suspended to help recovery.[3]

His overall career record was 34 wins (with 16 knockouts), nine losses, and one draw.

Professional boxing record

44 fights34 wins9 losses
By knockout164
By decision185
Draws1
No.ResultRecordOpponentTypeRound, timeDateLocationNotes
44Loss34–9–1Hans KalbfellKO8 (10)Oct 1, 1960Westfalenhalle, Dortmund, Germany
43Loss34–8–1Howard KingMD10Aug 22, 1960Moana Ball Park, Reno, Nevada, US
42Win34–7–1Jim O'ConnellTKO4 (10), 2:13Jul 21, 1960Steubenville, Pennsylvania, US
41Win33–7–1Howard KingTKO10 (10), 1:45Nov 5, 1959Fairgrounds Arena, Boise, Idaho, US
40Win32–7–1George LoganUD10Sep 3, 1959Fairgrounds Outdoor Arena, Boise, Idaho, US
39Win31–7–1Solomon McTierTKO8 (10), 3:00Apr 24, 1959Alabama State College Arena, Montgomery, Alabama, US
38Win30–7–1Eddie VickUD10Sep 15, 1958Sherbrooke, Quebec, Canada
37Loss29–7–1Eddie MachenRTD10 (12), 3:00Nov 13, 1957Cow Palace, Daly City, California, US
36Loss29–6–1Floyd PattersonTKO10 (15), 1:52Jul 29, 1957Polo Grounds, New York City, New York, USFor NYSAC, NBA, and The Ring heavyweight titles
35Win29–5–1Julio MederosUD10Dec 27, 1956Arena, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, US
34Win28–5–1Bob BakerSD12Sep 26, 1956Forbes Field, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, US
33Loss27–5–1Floyd PattersonSD12Jun 8, 1956Madison Square Garden, New York City, New York, US
32Win27–4–1Johnny WilliamsTKO4 (10), 2:49Apr 13, 1956Uline Arena, Washington, DC, US
31Win26–4–1Bob BakerMD10Feb 3, 1956Madison Square Garden, New York City, New York, US
30Loss25–4–1Jimmy SladeSD10Oct 28, 1955Arena, Cleveland, Ohio, US
29Win25–3–1Rex LayneTKO6 (10), 0:25Oct 7, 1955Olympia Stadium, Detroit, Michigan, US
28Win24–3–1Ezzard CharlesUD10Aug 31, 1955Arena, Cleveland, Ohio, US
27Win23–3–1Ezzard CharlesUD10Aug 3, 1955War Memorial Auditorium, Syracuse, New York, US
26Win22–3–1Jimmy SladeUD10Jun 27, 1955St. Nicholas Arena, New York City, New York, US
25Win21–3–1Archie McBrideUD10Apr 4, 1955St. Nicholas Arena, New York City, New York, US
24Win20–3–1Charles 'Kid' SaucerTKO3 (10), 2:11Mar 15, 1955Turner's Arena, Washington, DC, US
23Win19–3–1Roy ThomasTKO5 (10), 1:30Mar 8, 1955Valley Arena, Holyoke, Massachusetts, US
22Win18–3–1Leo JohnsonTKO3 (10), 2:09Feb 17, 1955Sunnyside Garden, Sunnyside, New York City, New York, US
21Win17–3–1Keene SimmonsTKO6 (10), 1:18Nov 15, 1954Arcadia Ballroom, Providence, Rhode Island, US
20Loss16–3–1Niño ValdésTKO2 (10), 2:35Jul 14, 1954Madison Square Garden, New York City, New York, US
19Win16–2–1Charley NorkusTKO5 (10), 2:29May 28, 1954Madison Square Garden, New York City, New York, US
18Loss15–2–1Jimmy SladeUD10Apr 26, 1954Eastern Parkway Arena, New York City, New York, US
17Win15–1–1Dan BucceroniTKO6 (10)Mar 29, 1954Eastern Parkway Arena, New York City, New York, US
16Win14–1–1Clarence HenryUD10Mar 1, 1954Eastern Parkway Arena, New York City, New York, US
15Win13–1–1Rex LayneTKO6 (10), 1:44Jan 25, 1954Eastern Parkway Arena, New York City, New York, US
14Win12–1–1Archie McBridePTS6Sep 4, 1953Madison Square Garden, New York City, New York, US
13Win11–1–1Joe LindsayPTS6Aug 12, 1953Madison Square Garden, New York City, New York, US
12Loss10–1–1Bert WhitehurstPTS6Jun 30, 1953Ridgewood Grove, New York City, New York, US
11Win10–0–1Joe LindsayPTS8May 1, 1953St. Nicholas Arena, New York City, New York, US
10Win9–0–1Bob GoldenPTS6Apr 20, 1953Eastern Parkway Arena, New York City, New York, US
9Win8–0–1Elmo LincolnKO3 (6)Mar 31, 1953Ridgewood Grove, New York City, New York, US
8Win7–0–1Roy ThomasPTS8Jan 3, 1953Ridgewood Grove, New York City, New York, US
7Draw6–0–1Shirley PembletonPTS6Dec 12, 1952Madison Square Garden, New York City, New York, US
6Win6–0Jimmy DiLengePTS8Nov 27, 1952Sunnyside Garden, Sunnyside, New York City, New York, US
5Win5–0Phil AlstonPTS6Nov 4, 1952Westchester County Center, White Plains, New York, US
4Win4–0Jack JacobsPTS4Oct 21, 1952Laurel Garden, Newark, New Jersey, US
3Win3–0Gene BrixenKO4 (4)Sep 22, 1952Eastern Parkway Arena, New York City, New York, US
2Win2–0Jimmy MiddletonTKO3 (3)Jul 29, 1952Bulkeley Stadium, Hartford, Connecticut, US
1Win1–0Terry HalpineTKO4 (4)Jul 14, 1952Eastern Parkway Arena, New York City, New York, US

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