Jim Watt, MBE
(b.1948)
Boxing
Inducted in 2002
Watt defeated Colombian Alfredo Pitalua in Glasgow in 1979 to become the world lightweight champion. He successfully defended his title four times. Before turning professional in 1968, Watt was a successful amateur boxer. He became the British lightweight champion in 1972 and 1975, and held the European title from 1977 to 1979. Watt retired from boxing following a world lightweight championship defeat on points to Nicaraguan, Alexis Arguello, at Wembley Stadium in 1981. Today, Watt is a boxing commentator.
- World lightweight champion, 1979 - 1981
- Won 38 out of 46 professional fights
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