Frenchy Belanger vs. Steve Rocco (1st meeting)

Frenchy Belanger 111 lbs lost to Steve Rocco 111 lbs by UD in round 10 of 10

• Date: 1928-06-05
• Location: Arena Gardens, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
• Referee: Alex Sinclair

• Canadian Flyweight Title (1st defense of Belanger)
• Weights: Belanger 111.2 lbs, Rocco 111 lbs
• Attendance: 8,000

Notes

• It was "one of the greatest bouts, any weight, ever seen in a Toronto ring...." according to The Globe.
• According to the Canadian Press, "Steve Rocco, game Toronto Italian, toppled Albert "Frenchy" Belanger from his Canadian flyweight throne tonight when he defeated the champion in a thrilling ten-round battle before 8,000 spectators at Arena Gardens. The battle was close throughout, and, although Rocco was the popular favorite, many disagreed with the decision. It was, however, officially a unanimous one, both judges and the referee choosing Rocco".

Preceded by: Durand vs. Belanger

Canadian Flyweight Title Fight # 4

Succeeded by: Belanger vs. Rocco II