Joe Baksi
Boxer (1922-1977)
- Born
- 14 January 1922, Kulpmont
- Died
- 6 August 1977, Albany
- Citizenship
- United States
- Sport
- boxing
- Discipline
- heavyweight
- Occupation
- boxer
Joseph William Baksi (January 14, 1922 – August 6, 1977) was an American professional boxer who held the IAC world (duration) heavyweight title in 1944, and top 10 ranking throughout the 1940s and early 1950s. Baksi possessed one of the best iron chins in his weight class. He was only knocked down once, against Bruce Woodcock in 1947. During his prime, the former coal miner defeated fighters such as Tami Mauriello, Lee Savold, Lou Nova, Freddie Mills, and Bruce Woodcock.
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