Hankins Barrows vs. Jackie Wilson

California Jackie Wilson 149 lbs lost to Hankin Barrow 147 lbs by UD in round 10 of 10

• Date: 1947-09-16
• Location: Olympic Auditorium, Los Angeles, California, USA
• Referee: Mushy Callahan 54-56
• Judge: Benny Whitman 52-58
• Judge: Frank Holborow 52-58

Wilson was an overwhelming favorite at 5-to-1 coming into the bout, however, he turned in what Los Angeles Times boxing writer Cal Whorton, called "one of the poorest exhibitions of his 10-year professional boxing career." Wilson appeared to have the advantage over the first four rounds, hitting Barrows, with assorted right hands to the head and body. Wilson's accuracy waned in the middle rounds, however as Barrows, landed frequently with an assortment of head shots.

Wilson had been mentioned as an opponent for Sugar Ray Robinson in his upcoming October appearance at the Olympic Auditorium. Even though this was Wilson's third straight defeat, he would still land the bout with Robinson, who would stop him in seven rounds.

Attendance: 4,500
Source: Los Angeles Times