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Charles Wepner, nicknamed “The Bayonne Bleeder and The Bayonne Brawler,” is a former American professional heavyweight boxer who hails from Bayonne, New Jersey. He was born on February 26, 1939 in New York City, New York. One spots review says that Wepner has frequently been recognized as the inspiration for Rocky Balboa. Wepner made his debut as a professional boxer in 1964 while he was still a member of the United States Marine Corps. Wepner was that time the New Jersey State Heavyweight Boxing Champion and was also a popular fighter in the Northeast's Club Boxing circuit. However, after losing via knockout to George Foreman and Sonny Liston many boxing analyst thought that his days as a contender were in the brink of collapse. In his next fight, Wepner also received a loss to Jose King Roman via decision in Puerto Rico. In his next match after Roman, despite dropping to Joe Bugner via third round knockout, Wepner won nine of his next eleven fights, which include victories over Charlie Polite and Ernie Terrell a former WBA Heavyweight champion. Then, in 1975, Wepner challenged Muhammad Ali for the Heavyweight title that ended with decision, with Wepner trailing far behind on the scorecards. Wepner was an orthodox fighter, which to date, had fought fifty one total career matches with thirty five victories and seventeen of them coming by way of knockout, with fourteen defeats and two draws. If it comes to boxing, collecting official boxing souvenirs is the best way to express your boxing enthusiasm. You can do this by collecting autographed boxing souvenirs like autographed boxing gloves, autographed boxing robes and trunks and autographed boxing photos of your favorite fighters. Common misspellings: Jearsy, gersies, jerzies, lisensed, jersies, aparel, jerzy, lisenced Our wide assortment of authentic Charles Wepner memorabilia includes: collages with frame, team apparel, Charles Wepner Jerseys, photomints, display cases, frames, inscriptions, coins, signatures, and other Charles Wepner Team Apparel. You can also browse Charles Wepner replica jerseys such as a Olympic collectible, pic, trading card, hand signed collage, coin with autograph, Charles Wepner autograph, signature photomint, inscription and inscribed ball, among other signed Charles Wepner memorabilia. Info on Charles Wepner Jerseys, Gear & Home and Away Jerseys: Our online store carries Womens Jerseys, replica banners, hats, licensed apparel, sweatshirts, caps, official clothing, sale gifts, t-shirts, MVP 16X20 photos, and jackets, whether it's unsigned, signed or game-used. Also find an authentic gift, t-shirt, picture, jersey, sweatshirt, 8X10 photo, blanket, cap, hat, jacket, ball or display case. Browse Charles Wepner memorabilia values, stats, prices, jerseys, signings & pics from 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 & 2008. Searching for the perfect Charles Wepner gifts for that special sports fan? Whether you are trying to choose an item for a holiday such as Christmas or you need a birthday present, our gift certificates make the perfect gift idea. Our gift cards take all the pressure out of finding the perfect present for friends or loved ones. Let your loved ones choose their favorite Charles Wepner memorabilia and sports Home and Away Jerseys so you don't have to.