Sugar Ray Robinson vs Jimmy Doyle
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Sugar Ray Robinson vs Jimmy Doyle

In 1947, boxer Sugar Ray Robinson didnt want to enter the ring with Jimmy Doyle, because he had a dream where he was killing an opponent. Robinson was persuaded to participate in the fight. The eighth round ended with Doyle falling after Robinsons blow and unable to continue the fight. He later died in hospital.

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January 6, 2025

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