Ike Williams vs. Willie Joyce (2nd meeting)
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Ike Williams 134 lbs beat Willie Joyce 136 lbs by UD in round 12 of 12
- Date: 1945-01-08
- Location: Convention Hall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
- Referee: Irving Kutcher 7-3
- Judge: Lou Tress 7-5
- Judge: Leo Costella 7-3
Joyce was down for two short counts (3 count and 2 count) in the first round. The fast-moving Joyce landed more punches, but Williams landed the harder and cleaner wallops. Joyce was very tired in the last round, but managed to rally. "It was a mad finish to a stirring battle."