Johnny Famechon vs. Billy McGrandle

Johnny Famechon 124 lbs beat Billy McGrandle 122 lbs by TKO in round 12 of 15

• Date: 1968-09-13
• Location: Festival Hall, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
• Commonwealth (British Empire) Featherweight Title (1st defense of Famechon)
• Weights: Famechon 124.25 lbs, McGrandle 122 lbs

Notes

• In Australia only, the fight was also recognized as being for Famechon's World Featherweight title claim.
• According to the Associated Press report, McGrandle won only two rounds and drew another.

"Johnny Famechon of Australia retained his British Empire featherweight title last night when he stopped Canadian champion Billy McGrandle in the 12th round. The end came after 2:49 of the 12th with Famechon completely outclassing the Scottish-born Canadian who was nearly three pounds lighter than the champion's 125 1/4. It was Famechon's first defense of the title he won from John O'Brien here in November. Famechon had punched McGrandle to a standstill when referee Terry Reilly stepped in and stopped the contest." -Reuters




Preceded by: O'Brien vs. Famechon

Commonwealth Featherweight Title Fight # 34

Succeeded by: George vs. Bradley