Shane Mosley vs Jesse James Leija
On November 14, 1998, Shane Mosley (29-0, 27 KOs), the lightweight IBF champion, defends his title against former world champion Jesse James Leija (37-3-2, 15 KOs).
Mosley vs Leija Stats
Shane Mosley is coming in to the fight on a 29-fight win streak with a 93% KO rate; his last fight was a 5th round TKO victory over Eduardo Morales, 1 month and 23 days ago. Jesse James Leija is on a 7-fight win streak with a 35% KO rate, with his last fight being a unanimous decision win over Azumah Nelson, 4 months and 3 days ago.
Mosley vs Leija Prediction & Odds
This should be a confident win for Shane Mosley at 99-1 winning odds. Jesse James Leija really doesn't have much to present against Mosley.
Mosley vs Leija Result
The challenger refused to continue the fight in the 9th round, and Shane Mosley is crowned the new lightweight world champion. Mosley improves his record to 30-0 (28 KOs), while Leija adds a loss to his record at 37-4-2.