Willie Pep vs Chalky Wright 2
On September 29, 1944, Willie Pep (78-1, 25 KOs), the featherweight The Ring champion, defends his title against former world champion Chalky Wright (162-35-18, 85 KOs).
Pep vs Wright 2 Stats
Willie Pep is coming in to the fight on a 16-fight win streak with a 31% KO rate; his last fight was a 8th round TKO victory over Charley Cabey Lewis, 10 days ago. Chalky Wright is on a 5-fight win streak with a 39% KO rate, with his last fight being a 5th round TKO win over Johnny Cockfield, 2 months and 12 days ago.
Pep vs Wright 2 Prediction & Odds
This should be a confident win for Willie Pep at 99-1 winning odds. Chalky Wright really doesn't have much to present against Pep.
Pep vs Wright 2 Result
Willie Pep defeated Chalky Wright via unanimous decision in the rematch and successfully defended his The Ring featherweight title. Pep improves his record to 79-1, while Wright adds a loss to his record at 162-36-18.