James Kinchen (born March 1, 1958) is a retired American professional boxer. Nicknamed "The Heat", Kinchen is best known for his bout against Thomas Hearns for the inaugural WBO super middleweight title.
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Amateur career
Kinchen started his career out of McKinney, Texas, as a three-time Golden Gloves champion, as well as three-time Southwestern AAU champion. He ended his amateur career with a record of 127-12.
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Professional career
As a pro, Kinchen held the USBA middleweight title, as well as the NABF super-middleweight title. In a challenge for the newly-created WBO super middleweight title against Thomas Hearns, Kinchen knocked Hearns down in the 4th round yet lost a close majority decision. Kinchen also challenged for the WBA and IBF light-heavyweight world titles.
Professional boxing record
Pro Boxing Titles
- USBA Middleweight Champion
- NABF Middleweight Champion
Personal life
Kinchen now resides in Phoenix, AZ. Also a convert to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.
References
Source of article : Wikipedia
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