Real name James Kinchen Wins by KO 34 Division Middleweight Losses 9 Wins 49 Height 1.75 m Draws 2 | Nationality American Role Boxer Nickname(s) The Heat Name James Kinchen Total fights 60 | |
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Rated at MiddleweightSuper-middleweightLight-heavyweight Born March 1, 1958 (age 66) San Diego, California ( 1958-03-01 ) |
Thomas hearns vs james kinchen 4 11 1988
James Kinchen (born March 1, 1958) is a retired American professional boxer. Nicknamed "The Heat", Kinchen is best known for his bout against Thomas Hearns for the inaugural WBO super middleweight title.
Contents
- Thomas hearns vs james kinchen 4 11 1988
- Thomas Hearns vs James Kinchen Highlights
- Amateur career
- Professional career
- Pro Boxing Titles
- Personal life
- References

Thomas Hearns vs James Kinchen (Highlights)
Amateur career

Kinchen started his career out of McKinney, Texas, as a three-time Golden Gloves champion, as well as three-time Southwestern AAU champion. He ended his amateur career with a record of 127-12.
Professional career
As a pro, Kinchen held the USBA middleweight title, as well as the NABF super-middleweight title. In a challenge for the newly-created WBO super middleweight title against Thomas Hearns, Kinchen knocked Hearns down in the 4th round yet lost a close majority decision. Kinchen also challenged for the WBA and IBF light-heavyweight world titles.
Pro Boxing Titles
Personal life
Kinchen now resides in Phoenix, AZ. Also a convert to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.