Ray Robinson

Ray Robinson

""Sugar Ray""

MiddleweightUSARetired

Professional Record

174
Wins
19
Losses
6
Draws
62.6%
KO Rate

Fighter Information

Birthplace
Ailey, Georgia, USA
Residence
Harlem, New York, USA
Nationality
USA
Gender
M
Height
180
Reach
184
Stance
orthodox
Professional Career
Debut
10/4/1940
Total Fights
199
Total Rounds
1401
Win Rate
87.4%
KO Rate
62.6%
Losses by KO
1
Amateur Career
Total Fights
13
Record
9-3-1

About

Ray Robinson, better known by his nickname "Sugar," was one of the greatest boxers of all time. Born on May 3, 1921, Robinson left an indelible mark on the sport with his incredible skill, exceptional speed, and unmatched ring intelligence. Standing at a height of 180cm and with a reach of 184cm, Robinson possessed the physical attributes that perfectly complemented his boxing prowess.

Robinson primarily fought as an orthodox boxer, utilizing his impressive footwork, tremendous hand speed, and powerful punches to dominate his opponents. His lightning-fast jabs and devastating hooks would often leave his adversaries dazed and confused, struggling to keep up with his relentlessness in the ring.

Throughout his illustrious career, Robinson competed in two weight classes: welterweight and middleweight. The welterweight division was where he made a name for himself, establishing his reputation as a force to be reckoned with. It was in this weight class that Robinson's speed and technique truly shone, captivating fans and fellow boxers alike with his incredible performances.

Robinson's skill and dominance in the ring were evident from the early days of his career. He built an impressive record, racking up victories and earning a reputation as a formidable opponent. But it was his fights against the best of the best that truly defined his legacy.

One of Robinson's most memorable bouts was his legendary rivalry with Jake LaMotta. The two fighters engaged in a series of bouts, with each encounter fueling the intensity and anticipation. Their battles inside the ropes were nothing short of epic, displaying the incredible skill and heart of both men.

Robinson's ability to adjust his style and strategy during a fight was truly unparalleled. He could seamlessly switch from defensive genius to offensive powerhouse, leaving his opponents guessing and struggling to find a way to counter his moves. His ring IQ was extraordinary, allowing him to dictate the pace and control the flow of the fight.

But it wasn't just his in-ring abilities that made Robinson a legendary figure. He possessed an unmatched charisma that captivated audiences each time he stepped into the spotlight. His grace and charm, combined with his boxing brilliance, made him a fan favorite and an iconic figure in the world of sports.

Robinson's impact extended beyond the confines of the boxing ring. He broke barriers and defied the odds as a black athlete in a racially divided society. His success and achievements served as an inspiration for aspiring boxers, transcending the sport and leaving a lasting legacy.

Even after retiring from professional boxing, Robinson remained active in the sport he loved. He continued to be involved as a trainer and mentor, passing down his knowledge and expertise to the next generation of fighters. His influence on the sport continues to be felt to this day, with his name consistently mentioned among the all-time greats.

Ray Robinson, or "Sugar" Robinson, will forever be remembered as one of the greatest boxers to ever step foot in the ring. His skill, speed, and ring intelligence set him apart from his peers, and his impact on the sport will never be forgotten. He left an indelible mark on boxing history, etching his name in the annals of greatness.

Fights

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100Nov 1965
Loss
N/A
99Oct 1965
Win
N/A
98Oct 1965
Win
N/A
97Sep 1965
Win
N/A
96Sep 1965
NC
N/A
95Aug 1965
Loss
N/A
94Jul 1965
Win
N/A
93Jul 1965
Loss
N/A
92Jun 1965
Win
N/A
91Jun 1965
Loss
N/A
90May 1965
Loss
N/A
89Apr 1965
Win
N/A
88Apr 1965
Win
N/A
87Mar 1965
Win
N/A
86Nov 1964
Draw
N/A
85Nov 1964
Win
N/A
84Nov 1964
Win
N/A
83Oct 1964
Win
N/A
82Oct 1964
Win
N/A
81Sep 1964
Win
N/A
80Sep 1964
Loss
N/A
79Jul 1964
Draw
N/A
78Jul 1964
Win
N/A
77May 1964
Win
N/A
76Dec 1963
Win
N/A
75Nov 1963
Win
N/A
74Nov 1963
Win
N/A
73Nov 1963
Draw
N/A
72Oct 1963
Win
N/A
71Jun 1963
Loss
N/A
70May 1963
Win
N/A
69Mar 1963
Win
N/A
68Feb 1963
Win
N/A
67Jan 1963
Win
N/A
66Nov 1962
Win
N/A
65Oct 1962
Win
N/A
64Sep 1962
Loss
N/A
63Jul 1962
Loss
N/A
62Apr 1962
Win
N/A
61Feb 1962
Loss
N/A
60Dec 1961
Win
N/A
59Nov 1961
Win
N/A
58Oct 1961
Win
N/A
57Sep 1961
Win
N/A
56Mar 1961
Loss
N/A
55Dec 1960
Draw
N/A
54Jun 1960
Loss
N/A
53Apr 1960
Win
N/A
52Jan 1960
Loss
N/A
51Dec 1959
Win
N/A
50Mar 1958
Win
N/A
49Sep 1957
Loss
N/A
48May 1957
Win
N/A
47Jan 1957
Loss
N/A
46Nov 1956
Win
N/A
45May 1956
Win
N/A
44Dec 1955
Win
N/A
43Jul 1955
Win
N/A
42May 1955
Win
N/A
41Apr 1955
Win
N/A
40Mar 1955
Win
N/A
39Jan 1955
Loss
N/A
38Jan 1955
Win
N/A
37Jun 1952
Loss
N/A
36Apr 1952
Win
N/A
35Mar 1952
Win
N/A
34Sep 1951
Win
N/A
33Jul 1951
Loss
N/A
32Jul 1951
Win
N/A
31Jun 1951
NC
N/A
30Jun 1951
Win
N/A
29Jun 1951
Win
N/A
28May 1951
Win
N/A
27May 1951
Win
N/A
26Apr 1951
Win
N/A
25Apr 1951
Win
N/A
24Feb 1951
Win
N/A
23Dec 1950
Win
N/A
22Dec 1950
Win
N/A
21Dec 1950
Win
N/A
20Dec 1950
Win
N/A
19Nov 1950
Win
N/A
18Nov 1950
Win
N/A
17Oct 1950
Win
N/A
16Oct 1950
Win
N/A
15Sep 1950
Win
N/A
14Aug 1950
Win
N/A
13Aug 1950
Win
N/A
12Jun 1950
Win
N/A
11Apr 1950
Win
N/A
10Apr 1950
Win
N/A
9Mar 1950
Win
N/A
8Feb 1950
Win
N/A
7Feb 1950
Win
N/A
6Feb 1950
Win
N/A
5Feb 1950
Win
N/A
4Jan 1950
Win
N/A
3Nov 1949
Win
N/A
2Nov 1949
Win
N/A
1Sep 1949
Win
N/A