Len Matthews vs. Jose (Chico) Veliz (2nd meeting)
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Len Matthews 135 lbs lost to Jose Veliz 136 lbs by UD in round 10 of 10
- Date: 1964-04-20
- Location: Arena, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
- Referee: Joe Sweeney 44-48
- Judge: Jack Styles 43-48
- Judge: Earl Vann 43-47
"Lightly regarded Jose (Chico) Veliz, a Cuban refugee now living in Miami, Fla., upset Len Matthews Monday night, scoring a 10 round unanimous decision in a lightweight bout at the Arena. Matthews, who entered the ring a 2-1 favorite, could not handle Veliz' constant jabbing attack. The 23 year old Cuban put on continuous pressure." -Associated Press
- Unofficial AP scorecard - 47-44 Veliz