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18 de may. de 2024 · Pernell "Sweet Pea" Whitaker's exceptional defensive skills transcended the sport of boxing, earning him a well-deserved place among the all-time greats. His footwork, head movement, mastery of the shoulder roll, and impeccable defensive mindset made him a true artist in the ring.
20 de may. de 2024 · Pernell Whitaker’s unique style, defensive skills, and overall mastery of the sport have left an indelible mark on boxing history. He will always be remembered as one of the greatest defensive boxers of all time. The Legend Lives On. Pernell Whitaker’s legacy lives on through the countless memories he created inside the boxing ring.
Roberto Duran (1978) vs Pernnel Sweet Pea Whittaker (1988) at 135 lbs, 15 rounds. This fantasy fight pits two mega stars from their respective eras against each other. Duran ruled the 135 lb division from 1972 until 1979, when he left the division after 12 title defenses.
8 de may. de 2024 · He was the lightweight silver medalist at the 1982 World Championships, earned a Gold Medal at the 1983 PAN American Games and was a gold medalist at the 1984 Olympics. He turned pro in 1984 at...
15 de may. de 2024 · We’ve had the pleasure of interviewing quite a few all-time great fighters on Radio Row over the years, but there was probably never a better 1-2 punch on a single day than Pernell “Sweet Pea” Whitaker and Julio Cesar Chavez mere minutes apart on the Thursday of Andre Ward-Sergey Kovalev I fight week.
19 de may. de 2024 · On Saturday, May 19, 1990, at Caesars Palace, Paradise, Nevada, one of the greatest defensive boxers in history, Pernell Whitaker successfully defended his WBC and IBF lightweight titles against the dangerous Ghanaian Azumah Nelson, winning by unanimous decision, with the judges scorecards reading 116-111, 115-113 and 116-114.
18 de may. de 2024 · Highlights of the legendary all time great defensive master and former multiple weight world champion. Sweet Pea at his best! TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/...
