SAVAGE BATTLE! Gus Lesnevich vs Freddie Mills I - 1942 Colorized

In 1946 Gus Lesnevich delivered one of the most brutal beatings in boxing history, overwhelming Freddie Mills to capture the world light heavyweight championship with a 10th-round TKO in London. Round after round, Lesnevich’s pressure and power broke down the popular British champion in a savage contest that shocked the crowd and left Mills badly punished. It remains one of the harshest title fights ever witnessed at 175 lbs. #Boxing #History #GusLesnevich #FreddieMills #LightHeavyweight #Classi

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