Ivan Robinson
Ivan "Mighty" Robinson (born February 27, 1971 in Philadelphia) is a boxer who has compiled a record of 36-12-2 (12 KOs) since becoming a professional in 1992. He challenged once for the IBF lightweight title in 1996. Background. Born and raised in Philadelphia, Robinson began boxing from an early age. He attended Simon Gratz High School. Amateur career. Robinson had a stellar amateur career and was a national amateur champion. Some of his highlights are below: Professional career. Robinson had been a lightweight and Junior Welterweight contender. He has been in several notable bouts, particularly his  first victory over Arturo Gatti, a fight that was voted Fight of the Year by Ring magazine. Other notable bouts include his second bout with Gatti, (which he also won), and his 12 round whirlwind bout with then lightweight champion Phillip Holiday. Robinson fought on May 28, 2005, when he lost a 10-round unanimous decision to Julio César Chávez at Staples Center in Los Angeles. He won the USBA and NABF lightweight titles over his career. Fans consider Robinson a great sportsman, who fought Mexican legend Julio César Chávez and fought wars with Arturo Gatti. In 2013, Ivan Robinson  was inducted into the Pennsylvania Boxing Hall of Fame. He was one of 10 inductees in the 10-member class of 2013. External links. !| Regional titles