Charlie Brown (boxer)
Charlie "Choo Choo" Brown (born April 5th, 1958 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American former professional boxer in the lightweight (135 lb) division.
Pro career
Known as "Choo-Choo" Brown, Brown turned pro in 1979 and captured the vacant newly created IBF lightweight title with a decision win over Melvin Paul in 1984. He lost the belt in his first defense to Harry Arroyo the same year. He never fought for another major title and retired after 11 consecutive losses in 1993, including losses to Loreto Garza, Cornelius Boza-Edwards, and José Luis Ramírez.
Preceded by N/A Inaugural champion |
IBF Lightweight Champion 30 Jan 1984 – 15 Apr 1984 |
Succeeded by Harry Arroyo |
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See also
- List of lightweight boxing champions
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