Bob Baker vs. Billy Gilliam (3rd meeting)

Bob Baker 221 lbs beat Billy Gilliam 209 lbs by SD in round 10 of 10

• Date: 1952-12-02
• Location: Duquesne Gardens, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
• Referee: Mike Hogan
• Judge: Buck Styperk
• Judge: Frankie Porto

"Heavyweight Bob Baker, 221, Pittsburgh, won a split decision over Billy Gilliam, 209, Orange, N.J., tonight in the 10-round main event at the Duquesne Gardens. It was Baker's third decision over Gilliam and the second since he hit the comeback trail in recent months after nursing a pair of injured hands. Baker's face was covered with blood as he came out of his corner for the final round, and he showed signs of being winded." -Associated Press

• Referee Mike Hogan and judge Buck Styperk both scored for Baker, while judge Frank Porto had it for Gilliam.
• Attendance - 1,656
• Gate - $5,107