Lyn Philp

Professional Boxer, Boxer

1924 – 1981

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Who was Lyn Philp?

Lyn Philp was a New Zealand professional boxer, and New Zealand's Bantamweight Champion from 1947 - 1954.

Ranked fourth best bantamweight New Zealand all time greats.

With his punching power, speed and elusive style, Philp soon became the #1 contender for the bantamweight belt. In 1960 he was ranked third best bantamweight in New Zealand history.

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Born
Jan 27, 1924
Lower Hutt
Nationality
  • New Zealand
Profession
Died
1981

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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