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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.
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.
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Jun 27, 2019 · With an impressive record of 49-0, Rocky dominated the boxing world with his relentless style and devastating punches. In this top 10 knockout highlight reel, you'll see why Rocky earned the ...
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Apr 2, 2014 · American professional boxer and world heavyweight champion Rocky Marciano beat Jersey Joe Walcott for the title and won an unrivaled 49 straight fights.
Under New York's supplemental scoring system referee Watson had Marciano winning 9-6, so Marciano was awarded a split decision. LaStarza was down for a seven-count in round four, Marciano lost the eighth round due to a low blow.
Feb 4, 2023 · Rocco Francis Marchegiano, better known as Rocky Marciano, the name he boxed under, had retired from the ring in April 1956 as the undefeated heavyweight champion of the world, according to the Associated Press. He'd dodged death more than once in his time, and not just in his professional fights, where a well-placed punch could kill a man.
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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.
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