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Michael Nunn vs Steve Little

Fight Details

  • Date: 26th February 1994
  • Venue: Earls Court Exhibition Centre, London, England
  • Title: WBA World Super-middleweight Title
  • Promoter: Don King, Frank Warren
  • TV: Showtime Championship Boxing

Fighters

Michael Nunn

Record: 42-1-0

Weight: 167 lbs

Steve Little

Record: 21-13-2

Weight: 168 lbs

Fight Summary

On Saturday 26th February 1994, boxing fans were treated to a thrilling contest between Michael Nunn and Steve Little for the WBA World Super-middleweight title. The fight took place at the Earls Court Exhibition Hall in Kensington, London, and was promoted by Don King and Frank Warren. Aired on Showtime Championship Boxing, this was Nunn's fifth defense of his title.

Michael Nunn, who had a professional record of 42-1-0, was considered the favorite going into the fight against Steve Little, who had a record of 21-13-2. 

The fight was intense and closely contested, with both fighters landing significant blows. However, it was Steve Little who emerged victorious, winning by a unanimous decision. The judges' scorecards were Luis Rivera 112-115, Orlando Sam 115-113, Philippe Verbeke 114-116. Referee John Coyle oversaw the bout.

Steve Little, a native of Reading, Pennsylvania, had a brief reign as the WBA World Super-middleweight champion, losing the belt in his first defense to Frankie Liles, losing a decision. Little's victory over Nunn remains the highlight of his career.

It is worth noting that on the same bill, WBC World Super-middleweight champion Nigel Benn made the fifth defense of his title against fellow Brit Henry Wharton, winning by unanimous decision. The plan was to match Benn versus Nunn for both titles if both won their respective bouts.

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FAQ

Who won the Michael Nunn vs Steve Little fight?

Steve Little won by split decision.

When did Michael Nunn vs Steve Little take place?

Michael Nunn vs Steve Little took place on 26th February 1994.

Where did the Michael Nunn vs Steve Little fight take place?

It took place at Earls Court Exhibition Centre, London, England.

What titles were at stake in the Michael Nunn vs Steve Little fight?

Michael Nunn and Steve Little fought for the WBA World Super-middleweight Title.

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