George Gardiner (boxer)
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Irish |
| Born | George Gardner March 17, 1877 |
| Died | July 8, 1954 (aged 77) |
| Height | 5 ft 11+1⁄2 in (1.816 m) |
| Weight | Middleweight Heavyweight |
| Boxing career | |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Boxing record | |
| Total fights | 68 |
| Wins | 45 |
| Win by KO | 31 |
| Losses | 11 |
| Draws | 9 |
| No contests | 1 |
George Gardner (March 17, 1877 – July 8, 1954) was a famous Irish-American boxer who reigned as the second world light-heavyweight champion in the division's history. He held claims to both the world middleweight title as well as the world heavyweight title. He won the light-heavyweight title after defeating its inaugural champion, Jack Root, by KO after 12 rounds.