Bernard Benton facts for kids
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| Real name | Bernard Benton |
| Nickname(s) | The Bull |
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| Height | 5 ft 11+1/2 in |
| Born | January 6, 1957 Toledo, Ohio, U.S. |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Boxing record | |
| Total fights | 28 |
| Wins | 21 |
| Wins by KO | 9 |
| Losses | 6 |
| Draws | 1 |
Bernard Benton (born January 6, 1957) is an American retired professional boxer. He was a champion in the Cruiserweight division. He held important titles like the WBC and The Ring cruiserweight titles.
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Bernard Benton's Boxing Journey
Bernard Benton was known as "The Bull" because of his strong fighting style. He started his professional boxing career in 1981. This means he began fighting for money, not just for fun or as an amateur.
Becoming a Champion
In 1985, Bernard Benton achieved a big goal. He won the WBC and lineal cruiserweight titles. He earned these titles by beating another boxer named Alfonso Ratliff. Benton won this fight by a "decision," which means the judges scored more points for him.
Defending His Title
After becoming a champion, Bernard Benton had to defend his titles. This means he had to fight other top boxers to keep his championship belts. In 1986, he faced Carlos De León. Bernard Benton lost his titles in this fight, also by a judge's decision.
Retirement from Boxing
Bernard Benton continued to box for several more years. He officially retired from professional boxing in 1995. He had a career that spanned over a decade, fighting many matches against tough opponents.
See also
- List of world cruiserweight boxing champions
