The_budweiser Posted March 13, 2011 Share Posted March 13, 2011 Who was the best white heavyweight of the 80's? Gerry Cooney? Maybe...but for my money Randy "Tex" Cobb was the king of the white heavies in the 80's. In all Tex met five world champions and several top contenders. Cobb began his career in 1977 and worked his way slowly into contention. By the end of 1979 Tex had reeled off 13 straight kayo wins. Number 13 being against tough Cleveland heavyweight Terry Mims. In 1980 he was finally forced to go the distance against journeyman Cookie Wallace. Two fights later Tex broke into the heavyweight ratings stopping thunderous punching Earnie Shavers in Detroit. Three months later Tex dropped a controversial decision to ex-champion Kenny Norton. Read More: http://ringnews24.com//index.php/history/9513-a-case-for-cobb.html#ixzz1GUw3YCqM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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