Gipsy Daniels
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William "Gipsy" Daniels (9 February 1903 – June 1967), was a Welsh Light-heavyweight boxing champion of Britain who, in an eighteen-year career, took in 141 contests, including eight fights in New York City, and notably knocked out Max Schmeling in the first round of a 1928 encounter.
Gipsy Daniels | |
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Born | William Daniel 9 February 1903 |
Died | June 1967 |
Nationality | Welsh |
Statistics | |
Weight(s) | Light-heavyweight |
Stance | Orthodox |
Boxing record | |
Total fights | 152 |
Wins | 95 |
Wins by KO | 37 |
Losses | 44 |
Draws | 13 |
There is some confusion as to Daniels' actual name and place of birth. Though a definitive answer was given in Tony Lee's 2009 publication which printed a copy of his birth certificate. Daniels was born in Llanelli on 9 February 1903 as William Daniel to David John Daniel and Francis Ann Roberts.[1] His father was a successful rugby player who represented Llanelli and Wales.[2]