Jackie Sharkey
Jackie Sharkey (* 20th June 1897 in Bologna , Emilia-Romagna , Italy as Giovanni Cervati , † March 1970 ) was an Italian boxer in the bantamweight .
Professional career
In 1914 he started his career successfully. On August 15, 1919 he boxed against Pete Herman for the universal world championship and won by unanimous decision. He held this belt until September 11, 1920.
In 1926 he ended his career.
Web links
- Jackie Sharkey in the BoxRec database
| personal data | |
|---|---|
| SURNAME | Sharkey, Jackie |
| ALTERNATIVE NAMES | Cervati, Giovanni |
| BRIEF DESCRIPTION | Italian bantamweight boxer |
| DATE OF BIRTH | June 20, 1897 |
| PLACE OF BIRTH | Bologna , Italy |
| DATE OF DEATH | March 1970 |