BOXING icon ‘Marvelous’ Marvin Hagler has died aged 66.
His wife, Kay, confirmed the sad news on social media late on Saturday night.
The American, widely regarded one of the greatest boxers ever, reigned as the undisputed middleweight world champion between 1980 and 1987.
His 12 title defences rate as the third-longest ever championship reign, while his six years and seven months with the built is the second-longest tenure for a middleweight.
Kay wrote on Facebook: “I am sorry to make a very sad announcement.
“Today unfortunately my beloved husband Marvelous Marvin passed away unexpectedly at his home here in New Hampshire.
“Our family requests that you respect our privacy during this difficult time.
“With love, Kay G. Hagler.”
A boxing Hall of Famer, Hagler was named Fighter of the Decade (1980s) by Boxing Illustrated and he was twice named Fighter of the Year (1983 and 1985) by The Ring magazine.
He is regarded as one of the best pound-for-pound fighters ever, while his stunning record of 52 KOs in 62 wins see him rated as among boxing’s heaviest hitters.
His chin was perhaps his greatest asset, with just one knockdown scored against him in 67 professional fights – with even that hotly contested by fans and pundits.
Hagler has been part of some of the biggest matches in fight history, with blockbuster bouts against Roberto Duran, Thomas Hearns and Sugar Ray Leonard.
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