About Rodney Jones
Born 1968. Rodney Jones is an American boxer.
Rodney Jones (born July 28, 1968) is an American professional boxer who competed from 1991 to 2007. He challenged twice for a light-middleweight world title in 2000 and 2007. At the regional level, he held the NABO and NABF light-middleweight titles.
Amateur career Jones compiled an amateur record of 31-4.
Professional career Early in his career when Rodney was 28 years old, he beat an eighteen-year-old Antonio Margarito by a ten-round decision. The young fighter went on to become a three-time World Champion.
WBO Light Middleweight Championship In his first effort at a World Championship he would lose to Harry Simon on September 23, 2000.
IBF Light Middleweight Championship On February 3, 2007 Jones lost to world champion Cory Spinks in Silver Spurs Arena, Kissimmee, Florida.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Rodney Jones?
American boxer
When was Rodney Jones born?
Rodney Jones was born on 28 July 1968 in Lafayette, Louisiana.
What is Rodney Jones's occupation?
Rodney Jones is a boxer.
What nationality is Rodney Jones?
Rodney Jones is American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Rodney Jones (boxer)
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