Memphis Al Jones

Name: Al Jones
Alias: Memphis Preacher
Hometown: Memphis, Tennessee, USA
Died: 2006-06-28 (Age:63)
Height: 188cm
Pro Boxer: Record

Career Review

• Knocked down Jerry Quarry twice in their first fight.
• Climbed off the canvas five times to knock out world-rated Boone Kirkman in a stunning upset. The victory earned Jones the distinction as The Ring magazine's "Fighter of The Month."
• In 1969, Jones scored an upset 2nd round knockout over undefeated prospect Tony (Kid) Longoria and, in the process, ended Longoria's promising career.
• Also known as "Preacher" Al Jones because he was in fact a preacher.
• Was knocked down 7 times in his defeat to former WBA heavyweight king Jimmy Ellis.