Fritzie Zivic

Fritzie Zivic (May 8, 1913 – May 16, 1984), born as Ferdinand Henry John Zivcich (Croatian: Živčić), was an American boxer who held the world welterweight championship from October 4, 1940, until July 29, 1941. His managers included Luke Carney, and later, after 1942, Louis Stokan.

Fritzie Zivic
Born
Ferdinand Henry John Zivcich

(1913-05-08)May 8, 1913
DiedMay 16, 1984 (aged 71)
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
NationalityAmerican
Other namesThe Croat Comet
Mr. "Tough-on-Tough"
Statistics
Weight(s)Welterweight world champion
Lightweight early competitor
Height5 ft 10 in (1.78 m)
Reach5 ft 11 in (1.80 m)
StanceOrthodox
Boxing record
Total fights233
Wins158
Wins by KO81
Losses65
Draws10
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