Flash Elorde vs. Love Allotey (1st meeting)

Flash Elorde 136 lbs beat Love Allotey 136 lbs by UD in round 10 of 10

• Date: 1963-08-03
• Location: Araneta Coliseum, Barangay Cubao, Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines
• Referee: Jose Lacocico 46-44
• Judge: Alfredo Quiazon 48-45
• Judge: Hugodino Lim 48-45

"Flash Elorde of the Philippines decisioned Love Allotey of Ghana in a close 10 round non-title fight here Saturday night. The fight was close and the decision, although unanimous, had Elorde winning by only a slight margin. Allotey's big round was the 2nd when he staggered Elorde with two hard right hooks to the head. Elorde retaliated with a stiff left, which shook Allotey. Elorde, after five rounds, however, used his experience to good advantage and did not appear to be in trouble the rest of the way." -Associated Press

• Unofficial AP scorecard - 48-46 Elorde
• Allotey was given a one-point deduction in the 7th round when he butted Elorde, opening a cut on the right side of Elorde's head.

Post fight comments

• "I was robbed. I demand a title fight." -Love Allotey

• "I wish I could fight him again in a title fight. He is tough and good, but he is a dirty fighter." -Flash Elorde