description Sugar Ray Robinson vs Jake LaMotta II Overview
The February 1943 bout between Sugar Ray Robinson and Jake LaMotta was the second of six boxing matches in their historic rivalry. Held in Detroit, the contest resulted in a unanimous decision victory for LaMotta, handing Robinson his first professional defeat after 40 consecutive wins. LaMotta's aggressive, forward-moving style successfully disrupted the champion's rhythm across the ten rounds. This middleweight contest remains notable as the sole victory LaMotta achieved against Robinson throughout their extensive multi-year boxing series.
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When did Sugar Ray Robinson and Jake LaMotta fight for the second time?
Their second meeting took place on February 5, 1943, at Olympia Stadium in Detroit. It came only months after Robinson won their first fight in New York.
How did LaMotta defeat Robinson in their second fight?
LaMotta used sustained pressure and his natural size advantage to win a 10-round decision. He also knocked Robinson through the ropes during the eighth round.
Was this Robinson's first professional defeat?
Yes. Robinson entered the bout unbeaten after 40 professional victories. LaMotta became the first boxer to defeat him and remained the only man to beat him during their six-fight rivalry.
Is Robinson versus LaMotta II the St. Valentine's Day Massacre?
No. That nickname belongs to their sixth fight on February 14, 1951, when Robinson stopped LaMotta in the 13th round. The second fight was LaMotta's decision victory in Detroit eight years earlier.
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