Johnny Owen

Merthyr statue

Name: Johnny Owen
Alias: Merthyr Matchstick
Hometown: Merthyr Tydfil, Wales, United Kingdom
Birthplace: Merthyr Tydfil, Wales, United Kingdom
Died: 1980-11-04 (Age:24)
Height: 173cm
Pro Boxer: Record
Amateur Boxer: Record

On November 2, 2002, a statue dedicated to the life and achievements of Johnny Owen was unveiled in his hometown in Wales. The unveiling of the statue was performed by Lupe Pintor, the opponent whose blows resulted in Owen's ring death.

See also the 2006 book The Big If: The Life and Death of Johnny Owen

External Link

• Official Site: johnnyowen.com