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Dennis Andries

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Dennis Andries
Born
Dennis Andries

November 5, 1953
NationalityUnited Kingdom British
Other namesThe Hackney Rock
Statistics
Weight(s)Light heavyweight
StanceOrthodox
Boxing record
Total fights65
Wins49
Wins by KO30
Losses14
Draws2
No contests0

Dennis Andries (born November 5, 1953 in Guyana) was a professional boxer in the light heavyweight (175 lb) division.

Andries turned pro in 1978 and won the WBC Light Heavyweight Title in 1986 in a split decision over JB Williamson. He defended the title once before losing the belt in 1987 to Thomas Hearns. In 1989 he captured the Vacant WBC Light Heavyweight Title with a win over Tony Willis, but lost the title in his first defense to Jeff Harding. In 1990 he won a rematch with Harding via 7th round KO, recapturing the title. In 1991 he lost the title again to Harding, via majority decision, capping their trilogy. He never fought again for a major world title, retiring in 1996.


See also

Preceded by WBC Light Heavyweight Champion
30 Apr 1986–07 Mar 1987
Succeeded by
Preceded by WBC Light Heavyweight Champion
21 Feb 1989–24 Jun 1989
Succeeded by
Preceded by WBC Light Heavyweight Champion
28 Jul 1990–11 Sep 1991
Succeeded by
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