Oscar Bonavena
Oscar Natalio "Ringo" Bonavena (September 25, 1942 – May 22, 1976) was a heavyweight professional boxer with a career record of 58 wins, 9 losses and 1 draw. A rugged, wild-swinging puncher, he was nicknamed "Ringo" because of his Beatles haircut, and enjoyed professional success in both Argentina and the United States. He is most famous for giving both Joe Frazier and Muhammad Ali tough battles.
Read more about Oscar Bonavena: Life and Pro Career, Life Otherwise, Big Name Contests, Chuvalo & Frazier, WBA Elimination Contests, World Title Shot, The Frazier Rematch, Versus Ali, Other Matches, Last Contest, Reno, Death, Professional Boxing Record
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