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  1. Rocky Marciano. Rocco Francis Marchegiano (September 1, 1923 – August 31, 1969; Italian pronunciation: [markeˈdʒaːno] ), better known as Rocky Marciano ( / mɑːrsiˈɑːnoʊ /, Italian: [marˈtʃaːno] ), was an American professional boxer who competed from 1947 to 1955. He held the world heavyweight championship from 1952 to 1956, and ...

  2. 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.

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  3. 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. Updated: Jul 23, 2020 (1923-1969)

  4. Jun 21, 2006 · The web page praises Rocky Marciano as one of the most thrilling and courageous fighters in boxing history, despite the criticism of his size and opponents. It also compares him with other heavyweight champions and questions their achievements and skills.

  5. Rocky Marciano was a heavyweight boxer who retired undefeated with 49 wins and 43 knockouts. He weighed 179 cm (5'10½") and fought from 1947 to 1955.

  6. In a professional boxing career spanning eight years and six months, Rocky Marciano fought 49 times with 49 wins and no losses. Marciano retired from professional boxing with an undefeated record of 49-0, which included three heavyweight world-title wins and six successful title defense fights.

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  8. Rocky Marciano was an American boxer who held the world heavyweight title from 1952 to 1956 and remained undefeated in his career. He was born in 1923 and died in 1969, and his height was 5'10½".

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