Lonnie Smith (boxer)
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| Lonnie Smith | |
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| Real name | Harlan Alonso Smith |
| Nickname(s) | Lightning |
| Rated at | Welterweight Light welterweight |
| Height | 5 ft 8 in (170 cm) |
| Reach | 70 in (178 cm) |
| Nationality | American |
| Born | November 5, 1962 Denver, Colorado, USA |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Boxing record | |
| Total fights | 53 |
| Wins | 45 |
| Wins by KO | 27 |
| Losses | 6 |
| Draws | 2 |
| No contests | 0 |
Harlan Alonso Smith, known as Lonnie Smith (born November 5, 1962 in Denver, Colorado), is an American boxer at Welterweight.[1]
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[edit] Professional career
Known as "Lightning" Lonnie, Smith turned pro in 1980 and was undefeated in his first 23 fights, including a win over undefeated Billy Costello to capture the WBC Light Welterweight Title in 1985. He lost the title in his first defense to Rene Arredondo via 5th round TKO.
[edit] Julio César Chávez fight
In 1991 he took on WBC Light Welterweight Title holder Julio César Chávez, but lost a one-sided decision.
Smith never again fought for a title, and retired in 1999 after a loss to Diosbelys Hurtado with a record of 45-6-2.
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| Preceded by Billy Costello |
WBC Light Welterweight Champion 21 Aug 1985–5 May 1986 |
Succeeded by Rene Arredondo |
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