HISTORY: On Septemebr 23, 1948 at Yankee Stadium in New York Sugar Ray Robinson and Kid Gavilan fought in an important bout. Robinson won a unanimous ten round decision. Although most sportswriters agreed that Robinson had won, the fans "disagreed violently with the verdict in Robinson’s favor" and "set up such a roar of disagreement that the introduction of the championship principals was delayed until order was restored." (James P. Dawson, New York Times). In the main event lightweight champion Ike Williams defended his title stopping Jesse Flores in the 10th round. Offered here is an original, full, unused ticket to the event. Authenticated by PSA/DNA and graded EX-MT 6.
FULL DESCRIPTION: This is an original, full, unused ticket which names the fighters and includes a section, row and seat number. Stub firmly attached. Bold color and print. Clean front and back. Not creased or torn. Minor edge wear. Two hole punches. 2 1/2" x 6." Authenticated and encapsulated by PSA/DNA and graded EX-MT 6 with cert # 73634358.
