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John L. Sullivan Wins Disputed Title From Dominick McCaffrey
John L. Sullivan defeated Dominick McCaffrey on August 29, 1885, in a fight now recognized as the first world heavyweight championship contested under Marquess of Queensberry rules. Boxing’s gloved era began with a disputed agreement, an illegal prizefight and seven rounds crammed into a six round contest.
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