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James Bennett Williamson (born December 18, 1956, in
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, Indiana) is a retired American professional boxer who held the
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light heavyweight title in 1985.


Professional career

Williamson turned pro in 1979 after a successful amateur career and won the Vacant WBC Light Heavyweight Title in 1985 in a decision over Prince Mama Mohammed. He lost the title in his first defense against
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. Although he never challenged again for another major title, he moved up to heavyweight and became a journeyman fighter, fighting until 1995, losing matches against notable heavyweights Henry Akinwande, Peter McNeeley, Jimmy Thunder, and
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.


Professional boxing record


See also

* List of world light-heavyweight boxing champions


References


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