Mike McTigue
American boxer (1892–1966)
"Bold" Mike McTigue (November 26, 1892 – August 12, 1966) was an Irish-American professional boxer who reigned as the undisputed light-heavyweight boxing champion of the world from 1923 to 1925. He was the first light-heavyweight champion to be recognized by The Ring, a title he held from 1924 to 1925. After his first reign ended following a loss to Paul Berlenbach, he was awarded the NYSAC world light-heavyweight title in 1927, but he lost it that same year to Tommy Loughran in his first defense.
Early years
Michael Francis McTigue (Mike McTigue) was born in Lickaun, Kilnamona, in County Clare, Ireland, on 26 November 1892. He was recorded in the 1901 Census of County Clare.
McTigue emigrated to America in 1912 when he was 20.
He traveled as a steerage passenger of the British steamer Baltic, which arrived at the Port of New York on 21 September 1912. He was the brother of fellow boxer Jim McTigue.
Boxing career
World light heavyweight champion
Despite the Irish Civil War still ongoing, McTigue got a shot at the World Light Heavyweight Championship in 1923. The fight was held in La Scala Opera House in Prince's Street, Dublin on St.
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