The Swadlincote southpaw was British heavyweight champion in the 70s. The US fighter Jerry Quarry once knocked Bodell out in 64 seconds. Asked if the Englishman had been an awkward opponent, Quarry famously responded: "Well, he sure fell awkwardly."
Friday, April 14, 2006
Remembering Jack Bodell
A glimpse of the glory days of British heavyweight boxing from Harry Pearson in today's Guardian:
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