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Posted: Apr 23, 2012 by: Scott Levinson
Ten Greatest Junior Lightweights in Boxing History
Situated between featherweight and lightweight, it might surprise some that junior lightweight is the oldest division outside of the original 8 weight classes. Johnny Dundee first captured world title honors at this weight back in 1921. After a less-than-two decade run, the division fell into a state of disrepair, not emerging again until the 60’s.
But since then, 130 has been a hotspot for boxing talent. A look at this top ten reveals that many greats have made 130 their home. Some have stayed here …
