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Pinklon Thomas (born February 10, 1958) is an American former professional boxer who competed from 1978 to 1993. He was boxing's first 'Centennial Champion' (1886-1986) and held the WBC heavyweight title from 1984 to 1986. He is often regarded as one of the best boxers of his generation.
The Ring november 1979 has this as a KO win round 10 for Thomas. The Ring, January 1980 mentions that Thomas has 9 straight knockouts and counts the knockout of Caldwell.
Pinklon Thomas (born February 10, 1958) is an American former professional boxer who competed from 1978 to 1993. He held the WBC heavyweight title from 1984 to 1986, and was the first IBO heavyweight champion, holding the title from 1992 to 1993.
DateOpponentLast Opponents' ResultsPlace1993-01-29W L L W W LTownship Auditorium, Columbia1992-11-14D W D L W WGreenville Memorial Auditorium, ...1992-10-22W W W W W DClub Rogues, Virginia Beach1992-10-02W W L L L LRobart's Arena, Sarasota- USA
- February 10, 1958
Feb 11, 2018 · Pinklon Thomas (left) vs. Tim Witherspoon Competed from 1978 to 1993 and held the WBC heavyweight title from 1984 to 1986. Thomas' distinguishing characteristics were his pink boxing trunks and a powerful left jab.
A first-round knockout loss to Tommy Morrison in early 1991 was really the end, but Thomas continued to fight. He finally retired in January 1993 following a stoppage defeat to Lawrence Carter. His record was 43-7-1, 34 knockouts. Thomas, who is due to turn 61, is married and lives in Orlando, Florida.
May 27, 2024 · Pinklon Thomas overcame incredible obstacles and challenges to become heavyweight champion. The Rise to Prominence: Born into the rough streets of Pontiac, Michigan, Pinklon Thomas defied the odds, transcending a challenging upbringing to become one of boxing's most formidable heavyweights.
Record courtesy of Tracy Callis, Historian, International Boxing Research Organization
