Dan Flynn (boxer)

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Dan Flynn
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Real name Dan Flynn
Rated at Heavyweight
Nationality AmericanFlag of the United States USA
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Boxing record
Total fights 92
Wins 26
Wins by KO 6
Losses 22
Draws 8
No contests 36

Dan Flynn was an American boxer known for his punch and dirty tactics, earning him the nickname "Porky". After fighting for 17 years (1906-1923), Dan retired with a record of 26 wins (6 by knockout), 22 losses, 8 draws, and 36 no decisions. He spent the remainder of his life as an iron-worker. In his career, he fought the likes of Jack Dempsey twice (losing both times by first round knockout), Fred Fulton (losing by foul in the 4th round), Joe Jeanette, and Battling Levinsky.