Mike Weaver, known in the boxing world as “Hercules,” embodies the spirit of resilience and determination. His journey through the brutal arena of heavyweight boxing was marked by a tumultuous start, with an uninspiring record of 5-5 in his first ten professional bouts. This rocky initiation would deter most fighters, but for Weaver, it only
Mike Weaver
The clash between Mike Weaver and James Pritchard in August of 1987 is one that has been somewhat forgotten in the annals of boxing history. The fight, which took place in Pritchard’s hometown of Louisville, Kentucky, was a sensational display of heart, grit, and sheer determination from both fighters. Weaver, a former WBA heavyweight champion,