Rocco Francis Marchegiano, better known as Rocky Marciano (September 1, 1923 – August 31, 1969), was an American boxer. Marciano was the World Heavyweight Boxing Champion from 9/23/1952 until 11/30/1956. He had the shortest reach of any heavyweight champion at only 68 inches (173 cm). He was also short for a champion, standing 5'10" (178 cm). Marciano is the only heavyweight champion in professional boxing history who never lost or drew (tied) in a professional match. He won 43 fights by a way of knockout or technical knockout, an 87.76% knockout rate.
Rocky Marciano
Questions and Answers
Q: Who was Rocky Marciano?
A: Rocky Marciano was an American boxer and former World Heavyweight Boxing Champion.
Q: When was Marciano the World Heavyweight Boxing Champion?
A: Marciano was the World Heavyweight Boxing Champion from September 23, 1952, until November 30, 1956.
Q: What was Marciano's reach?
A: Marciano had the shortest reach of any heavyweight champion at only 68 inches (173 cm).
Q: How tall was Marciano?
A: Marciano was short for a champion, standing 5'10" (178 cm).
Q: Was Marciano ever defeated or tied in a professional match?
A: No, Marciano is the only heavyweight champion in professional boxing history who never lost or drew (tied) in a professional match.
Q: How many fights did Marciano win by knockout or technical knockout?
A: Marciano won 43 fights by a way of knockout or technical knockout.
Q: What was Marciano's knockout rate?
A: Marciano had an 87.76% knockout rate.