Leslie Stewart
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Leslie Matthew Stewart (born March 21, 1961 in Laventille, Trinidad) was an Trinidadian boxer.
[edit] Professional career
Known as "Laventille Tiger", Stewart turned pro in 1982 and challenged for the Vacant WBA Light Heavyweight Title in 1986, but was TKO'd by Marvin Johnson when the bout was stopped on cuts. In the rematch the following year, Stewart dominated Johnson, and Johnson's corner retired the fighter in the 9th round. Stewart lost the belt in his first defense to Virgil Hill. In 1988 he challenged WBC Light Heavyweight Title holder Donny Lalonde, but lost via TKO. In 1998 he took on WBO Light Heavyweight Title holder Michael Moorer, but again lost via TKO. He retired in 2000 after bouts of inactivity in the 1990's.
| Preceded by Marvin Johnson |
WBA Light Heavyweight Champion 23 May 1987–5 Sep 1987 |
Succeeded by Virgil Hill |
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