Carmen Basilio vs Sugar Ray Robinson II
On March 25, 1958, Carmen Basilio (52-12-7, 25 KOs), the middleweight The Ring champion, defends his title against former world champion Sugar Ray Robinson (140-6-2, 92 KOs).
Basilio vs Robinson II Stats
Carmen Basilio is coming in to the fight on a 4-fight win streak with a 35% KO rate; his last fight was a split decision win over Robinson, 6 months and 2 days ago. Sugar Ray Robinson is on a 1-fight losing streak with a 62% KO rate, with his last fight being a split decision loss to Basilio, 6 months and 2 days ago.
Basilio vs Robinson II Prediction & Odds
The winning odds are at 83-17 in favor of Sugar Ray Robinson. Carmen Basilio is going to look good in the fight but he won't be able to do enough to win. Robinson should win this fight.
Basilio vs Robinson II Result
Sugar Ray Robinson defeated Carmen Basilio via split decision in the rematch and wins the The Ring title. Robinson improves his record to 141-6-2, while Basilio adds a loss to his record at 52-13-7.