Arthur Williams (boxer)

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Arthur James Williams (born November 12, 1964 in Pensacola, Florida) is a professional boxer.

Nicknamed "King", Williams turned pro in 1989 and fell short in his first shot at a major title, a 1994 split decision loss to Orlin Norris for the WBA Cruiserweight Title. Williams was KO'd in the 3rd in a rematch with Norris later that year. It wasn't until 1998 that Williams got another shot at a belt, a 1998 bout with Imamu Mayfield for the IBF Cruiserweight Title. Williams lost the belt in his first defense to cruiserweight phenom Vassiliy Jirov via a 7th round KO. Williams has since become more of a journeyman than a contender, and has lost in bouts against O'Neil Bell and Kelvin Davis (boxer).