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Salvador Sanchez vs. Azumah Nelson

Salvador Sanchez vs. Azumah Nelson

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Salvador Sanchez vs. Azumah Nelson

1982

1h 3m

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It was Salvador Sanchez’ final fight. It was also his toughest. It was an unexpected classic, a featherweight war. July 21, 1982 – Madison Square Garden, New York. Sanchez, making the ninth defence of his WBC crown, met a complete unknown named Azumah Nelson and both men showed their greatness.

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Salvador Sánchez

Salvador Sánchez

Azumah Nelson

Azumah Nelson

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