On This Day: When Bonecrusher Shocked Witherspoon
Some heavyweight upsets stay in the mind. The one that took place on this day back in 1986 might not rank up there with earth-shattering … continue
Tim Witherspoon
Exclusive Interview With Tim Witherspoon: “Nobody Teaches Defence Today”
It’s fair to say Tim Witherspoon was a fine fighter who had all the fundamentals, the Philly fighter having the tools as well as the … continue
“Terrible” Tim Witherspoon: The Two-Time Heavyweight Champ Who Should’ve Been A Great
Tim Witherspoon, who was given the “Terrible” nickname by Muhammad Ali, with whom the young, aspiring Witherspoon sparred at Deer Lake as his pro career … continue
Tim Witherspoon: Rapid Progress, Longevity, Two World Title Reigns – 65 Today
Former two-time heavyweight champ Tim Witherspoon celebrates his 65th birthday today. The Philly warrior with the jack-hammer right hand, the constantly reliable chin and the … continue
Terrible” Tim Witherspoon Says Today’s Heavyweights “Wouldn’t Last If They Fought In Our Era”
It’s a common theme: every former great champion believes the current best in the world would not have been able to live with the high … continue