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Rocco Francis Marchegiano (September 1, 1923 – August 31, 1969; Italian pronunciation: [markeˈdʒaːno]), better known as Rocky Marciano (/ m ɑːr s i ˈ ɑː n oʊ /, Italian: [marˈtʃaːno]), was an American professional boxer who competed from 1947 to 1955. He held the world heavyweight championship from 1952 to 1956, and remains the only heavyweight champion to finish his career ...
The Rock from Brockton' TOP KNOCKOUTSStep into the ring and relive the power of Rocky Marciano, one of the greatest heavyweight champions of all time. With a...
Rocky Marciano, world heavyweight boxing champion from September 23, 1952, when he knocked out champion Jersey Joe Walcott, to April 27, 1956, when he retired from the ring. He was undefeated in 49 professional fights, scoring 43 knockouts. Learn more about Marciano in this article.
Marciano in danger of being stopped when his nose was severely cut. Charles down for "two" in the 2nd round and again for "two" in the 8th, before the knockout; 1954 Fight of the Year - Ring Magazine
Rocky Marciano, the hardest puncher to ever wear gloves. This original documentary examines the entirety of Rocky's career, from his early days in the depres...
Apr 2, 2014 · (1923-1969) Who Was Rocky Marciano? Rocky Marciano started fighting as a professional boxer in 1948, winning a fight against Harry Bilizarian. He then went on to win his first 16 fights.
Nov 22, 2022 · Watch the historical documentary "Rocky Marciano: The Undefeated King of Boxing" to know why he's considered the greatest boxer of all time. This documentary...
Jul 11, 2024 · International Boxing Hall of Fame Record. Has a record of (6-0) against International Boxing Hall of Fame inductees: Joe Louis, Jersey Joe Walcott (2x), Ezzard Charles (2x) & Archie Moore.; Professional Record. Championship Record. Has defeated 5 opponents for the World Heavyweight Title.; Bio. Rocky Marciano was born Rocco Francis Marchegiano on September 1, 1923, in Brockton, Massachusetts.
Marciano turned pro with a third-round knockout over Lee Epperson on March 17, 1947 in Massachusetts. A 5-10 and 185 pounds, Marciano was smaller and slower than most heavyweights.
Aug 30, 2019 · Fifty years ago Saturday, Rocky Marciano died in a plane crash in Iowa. It was the day before his 46th birthday, and the news of his death came as a shock to everyone, especially those who knew ...
