Andrew Daries Jephtha | |
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 Andrew Jephtha (L.) with Pat O'Keeffe, c. 1906-07 | |
| Born | Andrew Daries Jeptha 30 December 1879 |
| Died | 1931 (aged 51–52) |
| Nationality | South Africa  |
| Statistics | |
| Weight(s) | welterweight |
| Height | 5 ft 10 in (178 cm) |
| Boxing record | |
| Total fights | 74 |
| Wins | 32 |
| Wins by KO | 21 |
| Losses | 27 |
| Draws | 6 |
| No contests | 9 |
Andrew Daries Jephtha (30 December 1879 – 1931) was the first black boxer to win a British boxing title, winning the welterweight title in London on 25 March 1907. However, Jephtha is not often recognised as the first black British boxing champion.[1]
- ^ Cashmore, E. 1982. Black Sportsmen. Routledge & Kegan Paul: London