Harold Johnson vs Doug Jones
On May 12, 1962, Harold Johnson (66-8, 29 KOs) gets a shot at the light-heavyweight The Ring title held by and the Ring Magazine champion, Doug Jones (19-1, 11 KOs).
Johnson vs Jones Stats
Harold Johnson is coming in to the fight on a 16-fight win streak with a 39% KO rate; his last fight was a split decision win over Eddie Cotton, 8 months and 13 days ago. Doug Jones is on a 1-fight losing streak with a 55% KO rate, with his last fight being a unanimous decision loss to Eddie Machen, 5 months and 10 days ago.
Johnson vs Jones Prediction & Odds
This should be a confident win for Harold Johnson at 99-1 winning odds. Doug Jones really doesn't have much to present against Johnson.
Johnson vs Jones Result
Harold Johnson defeated Doug Jones via unanimous decision and wins the The Ring title — in his first world-title fight. Johnson improves his record to 67-8, while Jones adds a loss to his record at 19-2.