Levy, "Ugly" Baruk

Baruk Levy

Ugly Baruk fought during the bare-knucked era of English boxing under "Broughton's Rules." Established in 1743 by Jack Broughton, considered the father of English boxing, the Rules stated that wrestling moves about the waist were allowed, but a fighter could not hit an opponent once he was down. In fact, knockdowns marked the division of rounds as the downed fighter had 30 seconds to return to the center of the ring or he would lose. If the fighter, with the help of his handlers, made it to the center, the fights resumed in what was considered a new round. In this way, fights were recorded according to the number of rounds and amount of time. "Broughton's Rules" were replaced in 1838 by the Pugilistic Society's "London Prize Ring Rules."

Birth and Death Dates:
unknown

Career Highlights:
Fighting under the name Ugly Baruk, he fought a boxer named Symonds "The Ruffian" in April 1795. The bout, which took place in Hornchurch, England, lasted 30 minutes and was declared a draw. Baruk's next recorded fight was against the legendary Jack Randall on May 28, 1816. He was defeated in 13 minutes and Randall walked away with the prize of 10 guineas.

Origin:
England

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