Longest Undefeated Streak in Boxing
Boxing history honors fighters who remain unbeaten but Jimmy Wilde’s record is unmatched. He achieved the longest undefeated streak in boxing, finishing with a record of 93-0-1 from 1911 to 1915. Wilde’s talent and knockout power turned him into a legend and he ended his career with a final tally of 37 wins, securing his place in the International Boxing Hall of Fame. His streak is still considered one of the most remarkable accomplishments in boxing history.
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Jimmy Wilde’s Career Record
| Category | Number |
| Total Fights | 150 |
| Wins | 137 |
| Wins by KO | 98 |
| Losses | 4 |
| Draws | 1 |
| No Contests | 8 |
| Career Span | 1911-1923 |
| Longest Streak | 93-0-1 (1911-1915) |
Jimmy Wilde didn’t appear to be a boxer at all. Weighing in at around 97 pounds, his slender build made people think he was frail. However, Wilde famously called “The Mighty Atom” and “The Ghost with the Hammer in His Hand,” possessed incredible punching strength. He developed his toughness by battling larger opponents in fairground booths and laboring in the coal mines of Wales. From 1911 to 1923, he fought 150 times, winning 137 fights with 98 knockouts while losing only 4. Early in his career, Wilde went on an insane streak of 93 wins and 1 draw without a loss between 1911 and 1915. That run remains the longest undefeated streak in boxing history showing that his combination of knockout strength and clever ring tactics made him almost impossible to defeat.
Most famous bouts
| Fight Date | Opponent | Result |
| Dec 18, 1916 | Young Zulu Kid | Win |
| Jan 13, 1921 | Pete Herman | Loss |
| Jun 18, 1923 | Pancho Villa | Loss |
In 1916, Jimmy Wilde knocked out Young Zulu Kid in the 11th round, making him the first official World Flyweight Champion. However, in 1921, Wilde faced Pete Herman and lost in the 17th round, showing just how challenging it was to compete against a heavier bantamweight champion. In his final match in 1923, Jimmy Wilde faced Pancho Villa, who knocked him out in the 7th round. That loss left him injured and signaled the end of his remarkable career.
