Doug Jones (boxer)

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Doug Jones (born February 27, 1937, New York City) was an American Heavyweight Boxer.

[edit] Boxing career

Doug Jones started off his career successfully with 18 consective wins against mostly lightly regarded opponents, until his first loss occurred at the hands of Eddie Machen. He lost his next two fights, and the third a draw. He won his next two fights against Bob Foster (whom at the time was undefeated at 9-0-0) and Zora Folley. However, he lost the next fight against legendary boxer Muhammad Ali. He continued boxing with limited success, fighting distinguished boxers George Chuvalo, Joe Frazier, and Ernie Terrell. Overall, he compiled a record of 30 wins (20 by knockout), 10 losses, and 1 draw.