Carmen Basilio Boxing Against Tony Demarco

(Original Caption) The knees buckle under Carmen Basilio after he was caught with a terrific left hook on the chin by challenger Tony Demarco in the seventh round of their title bout at the Boston Garden last night. Carmen's crown was quite wobbly for the next two rounds, but the champ made a remarkable recovery. He scored a TKO in the 12th round over Demarco to retain his title.
(Original Caption) The knees buckle under Carmen Basilio after he was caught with a terrific left hook on the chin by challenger Tony Demarco in the seventh round of their title bout at the Boston Garden last night. Carmen's crown was quite wobbly for the next two rounds, but the champ made a remarkable recovery. He scored a TKO in the 12th round over Demarco to retain his title.
Carmen Basilio Boxing Against Tony Demarco
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