Johnny Williams (boxer)

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Johnny Williams
Statistics
Real name	Johnny Williams
Rated at	Heavyweight
Nationality	British
Birth date	December 25, 1926(1926-12-25)
Birth place	Barmouth, Wales
Death date	February 6, 2007 (aged 80)
Stance
Boxing record
Total fights	75
Wins	60
Wins by KO	38
Losses	4
Draws	11
No contests	0

Johnny Williams (born December 25, 1926 in Barmouth, died February 6, 2007) was a British former professional boxer in the 1940s and 1950s and was at one time both the British and Empire heavyweight champion.

Williams turned professional in 1946 and was known for his scientific approach in the ring, with one of his greatest fights being a bout with Jack Gardner on July 17, 1950 in Leicester. It was a Commonwealth title eliminator fight and he lost on points, and according to the BBC it was rated as one of the most gruelling bouts ever staged in Britain and left both boxers requiring a night in hospital. [1]

Williams had a rematch with Gardner and won the 15 round fight, claiming both the British and Empire titles in 1952.

However, Gardner made a comeback in 1955 and knocked out Williams after five rounds for the title.

Williams retired in 1960 with 60 wins, 38 by knockout, 11 losses and 4 draws, and began a career in farming.

He died on February 6, 2007 survived by his wife and daughter.