Boxing
Events
- 7 September — James J. Corbett wins the World Heavyweight Championship with a 21st round knockout of John L. Sullivan in New Orleans. Sullivan is gradually worn down by Corbett's combination of elusive footwork and fast jabs. Corbett holds the title until 1897.
Lineal world champions
- World Heavyweight Championship – John L. Sullivan → James J. Corbett
- World Middleweight Championship – Bob Fitzsimmons
- World Welterweight Championship – vacant → "Mysterious" Billy Smith
- World Lightweight Championship – Jack McAuliffe
- World Featherweight Championship – George Dixon
Read more about this topic: 1892 In Sports
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