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HISTORY: On May 19,1990 world lightweight champion Pernell Whitaker met Azumah Nelson with the IBF & WBC Lightweight Titles at stake. Whitaker would win the bout by a 12 round decision. Whitaker was a 3-1 favorite. The fight took place at the Caesars Palace Sports Pavilion. In the final round, Whitaker lifted Nelson's leg with his right and tapped him on the head with his left. Referee Mills Lane was not amused and deducted a point from Whitaker. Whitaker landed 464 of 989 punches (47%) and Nelson connected on 179 of 739 (24%). Unofficial AP scorecard: 117-110 Whitaker.
Offered here is an original, official program for this event.
FULL DESCRIPTION: This is an original, official program which names and pictures both fighters on cover. 20 pages complete including covers. Clean inside and out. Not scored and not written on. Tight binding. Not creased or torn. Minor compressions from handling. 8 1/4" x 11."
