Jeff Chandler (boxer)

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Jeff Chandler
Born (1956-09-03) September 3, 1956 (age 67)
Other namesJoltin
Statistics
Weight(s) Bantamweight
Height5 ft 7 in (170 cm)
Reach71+12 in (182 cm)
Stance Orthodox
Boxing record
Total fights37
Wins33
Wins by KO18
Losses2
Draws2

"Joltin'" Jeff Chandler (born September 3, 1956, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is a former boxer. Chandler reigned as the Lineal and WBA world Bantamweight Champion from November 1980 to April 1984.

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Professional boxing career

The 5'7" (67 inches - 1.70 metres) tall Philadelphian began his professional career with a four-round draw in 1976 after only two amateur bouts. Chandler then began a four-year string of victories culminating in a challenge for the world's lineal and WBA 118-pound championship held by Julian Solís. On November 14, 1980, Chandler won the title by a fourteenth-round knockout in Miami, becoming the first American fighter to hold the bantamweight crown in over 30 years.

Chandler's first defence was against former champion Jorge Luján, winning on points in fifteen rounds. He then travelled to Japan to face Asian champion Eljiro Murata, and although he was almost floored in the early rounds, Chandler came back to hold his title with a draw. Many ringside observers felt Chandler deserved a clear points victory. With his status in the boxing world rising, Chandler followed this up with a repeat victory over Solis, this time in seven rounds. [1] Chandler finished 1981 against Murata, earning a thirteenth-round knockout rematch win.

In March 1982, Chandler faced the only opponent who ever defeated him as an amateur, fellow Philadelphian Johnny Carter. The tables were turned this time as he scored a sixth-round knockout on national television. Soon after, Chandler was sidelined by an injury sustained in a street-fight. During a traffic altercation in Philadelphia, he was stabbed on the right shoulder with a broken bottle, leaving a distinctive circular scar, but doing no permanent damage. Chandler went on to defend his title by beating Miguel Iriarte before finishing 1982.

In 1983, Chandler ventured into the Super bantamweight ranks, winning a ten-round decision over Hector Cortez. He then faced tough Angelino Oscar Muniz in another non-title bout. Muniz took the fight to Chandler, winning narrowly on points over ten rounds, Chandler's first defeat in the professional ranks. He defended once more against Murata (another knockout, in the tenth round), then faced Muniz again, this time with the title on the line. A severe cut over Muniz's eye brought a stoppage in the seventh round, enabling Chandler to retain his belt by a seventh-round technical knockout.

On April 7, 1984, Chandler faced the undefeated contender Richie Sandoval. This time his skills were not enough to stop an eager young foe. Sandoval took the title with a fifteenth-round knockout. This turned out to be Chandler's last fight. He elected to have surgery on cataracts that had been diagnosed the year before. Rather than risk blindness, Chandler retired from boxing.

He finished his career with a record of 33 wins, 2 losses and 2 draws. Jeff Chandler provided boxing fans with many memorable performances. In 2000, he was elected to the International Boxing Hall of Fame at Canastota, New York. [2]

Professional boxing record

37 fights33 wins2 losses
By knockout181
By decision151
Draws2
No.ResultRecordOpponentTypeRound, timeDateLocationNotes
37Loss33–2–2 Richie Sandoval TKO15 (15)Apr 7, 1984Sands Atlantic City, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.Lost WBA and The Ring bantamweight titles
36Win33–1–2Oscar MunizTKO7 (15)Dec 17, 1983Sands Atlantic City, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.Retained WBA and The Ring bantamweight titles
35Win32–1–2Eijiro MurataTKO10 (15)Sep 11, 1983 Korakuen Hall, Tokyo, JapanRetained WBA and The Ring bantamweight titles
34Loss31–1–2Oscar MunizSD10Jul 23, 1983Sands Atlantic City, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.
33Win31–0–2Hector CortezUD10May 22, 1983Sands Atlantic City, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.
32Win30–0–2 Gaby Canizales UD15Mar 13, 1983Resorts International, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.Retained WBA and The Ring bantamweight titles
31Win29–0–2 Miguel Iriarte TKO9 (15)Oct 27, 1982Resorts International, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.Retained WBA and The Ring bantamweight titles
30Win28–0–2Johnny CarterTKO6 (15)Mar 27, 1982Civic Center, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.Retained WBA and The Ring bantamweight titles
29Win27–0–2Eijiro MurataTKO13 (15)Dec 10, 1981 Sands Atlantic City, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.Retained WBA and The Ring bantamweight titles
28Win26–0–2 Julian Solís KO7 (15)Jul 25, 1981Resorts International, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.Retained WBA and The Ring bantamweight titles
27Draw25–0–2Eijiro MurataSD15Apr 5, 1981 Ryōgoku Kokugikan, Tokyo, Japan Retained WBA and The Ring bantamweight titles
26Win25–0–1 Jorge Luján UD15Jan 31, 1981Franklin Plaza Hotel, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.Retained WBA and The Ring bantamweight titles
25Win24–0–1 Julian Solís TKO14 (15)Nov 14, 1980 Jai-Alai Fronton, Miami, Florida, U.S.Won WBA and The Ring bantamweight titles
24Win23–0–1Gustavo MartinezKO8 (10)Jul 31, 1980Resorts International Rutland Room, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.
23Win22–0–1Gilberto VillacanaRTD4 (10)Jul 12, 1980Resorts International Hotel & Casino, Superstar Theatre, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.
22Win21–0–1 Andres Hernandez UD12Mar 29, 1980 Resorts International, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.Retained USBA and NABF bantamweight titles
21Win20–0–1Javier FloresTKO10 (12)Feb 1, 1980Spectrum, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.Won NABF bantamweight title
20Win19–0–1Francisco AlvaradoKO7 (10)Dec 4, 1979Forum, Upper Darby, Pennsylvania, U.S.
19Win18–0–1Baby Kid ChocolateTKO9 (12)Sep 26, 1979Forum, Upper Darby, Pennsylvania, U.S.Won vacant USBA bantamweight title
18Win17–0–1Alberto CruzTKO3 (10)Jul 31, 1979 Steel Pier Arena, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.
17Win16–0–1Justo GarciaUD10May 14, 1979Spectrum, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
16Win15–0–1Davey VasquezUD10Apr 3, 1979Spectrum, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
15Win14–0–1Rafael GandarillaTKO9 (10)Dec 5, 1978Spectrum, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
14Win13–0–1Andre TorresUD10Oct 24, 1978Spectrum, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
13Win12–0–1Sergio ReyesUD8Aug 24, 1978Spectrum, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
12Win11–0–1Roque MorenoTKO5 (8)Jun 19, 1978Spectrum, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
11Win10–0–1Jose Luis GarciaKO5 (6)May 24, 1978Spectrum, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
10Win9–0–1Tony HernandezKO2 (6)Mar 14, 1978Spectrum, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
9Win8–0–1Tony ReedUD8Oct 25, 1977The Blue Horizon, Philadelphia. Pennsylvania, U.S.
8Win7–0–1John GloverPTS6Jun 15, 1977Wagner Ballroom, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
7Win6–0–1Fernando SanchezPTS6Feb 21, 1977Spectrum, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
6Win5–0–1Tony StokesPTS4Nov 30, 1976 Spectrum, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
5Win4–0–1Larry HuffinTKO3 (4)Oct 14, 1976Fournier Hall, Wilmington, Delaware, U.S.
4Win3–0–1John GloverPTS4Aug 6, 1976 Convention Hall, Atlantic City, New Jersey, U.S.
3Win2–0–1Michael FrazierPTS4Jun 8, 1976The Blue Horizon, Philadelphia. Pennsylvania, U.S.
2Win1–0–1Chico VivasPTS4Apr 13, 1976 The Blue Horizon, Philadelphia. Pennsylvania, U.S.
1Draw0–0–1Mike DowlingPTS4Feb 25, 1976Catholic Youth Center, Scranton, Pennsylvania, U.S.

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References

  1. "Jeff Chandler beat Julian Solis last November for the..." United Press International. Retrieved February 28, 2023.
  2. "Twelve to enter boxing's hall today". The Ledger. Retrieved February 28, 2023.
Sporting positions
Regional boxing titles
Vacant
Title last held by
Roberto Rubaldino
NABF bantamweight champion
February 1, 1980 – 1980
Vacated
Vacant
Title next held by
Oscar Muniz
World boxing titles
Preceded by WBA bantamweight champion
November 14, 1980 – April 7, 1984
Succeeded by
The Ring bantamweight champion
November 14, 1980 – April 7, 1984