We remember today Gerardo Gonzalez who was born in Camaguey on this day in 1926.
He became “Kid Gavilan” or “The Cuban Hawk”, one of the greatest professional boxers ever.
Gavilan began his professional career in 1943 and enjoyed success in Cuba and Mexico before moving to the United States in the fall of 1946.
His first title match was on July 11, 1949, when he lost a 15-round decision to the defending world welterweight champion, Sugar Ray Robinson.
Gavilan began his professional career in 1943 and enjoyed success in Cuba and Mexico before moving to the United States in the fall of 1946.
His first title match was on July 11, 1949, when he lost a 15-round decision to the defending world welterweight champion, Sugar Ray Robinson.
In 1951. Gavilan won his first title by defeating Johnny Bratton in a 15-round match.
Gavilan was inducted into The Ring magazine’s Boxing Hall of Fame in 1966. He died in Miami in 2003.
Gavilan was inducted into The Ring magazine’s Boxing Hall of Fame in 1966. He died in Miami in 2003.
P.S. You can listen to my show (Canto Talk). If you like our posts, drop a dime here.