1.  Kostya Tszyu – 11/3/2001

In 2001 Zab Judah was one of the brightest young talents in boxing.  He was an undefeated fighter with fast hands, a slick style, and serious punching power.  He quickly rose through the ranks and earned an opportunity to unify the Jr. Welterweight titles against the recognized champ Kostya Tszyu.  Tszyu didn’t seem to be intimidated at all by the brash fighter from Brooklyn, and just before the end of the 2^nd round Tszyu sent Judah down from a wicked straight right.  Judah quickly hopped to his feet without regaining his balance and his still wobbly legs sent him right back down.  The fight was immediately stopped by ref Jay Nady.  Judah chose to protest the stoppage by pinning Nady by his throat against the ropes.  Judah suffered his first loss and was also suspended for his physical outburst towards Nady. Continue reading “The 9 Lives of Zab Judah” »