Undisputed 1980-1987Premium cottonBlackS to 4XL
The essentials: in 1982, irritated that television announcers would not use his nickname, Hagler went to court and had his name legally changed to Marvelous Marvin Hagler. After that they had no choice. Undisputed middleweight champion from 1980 to 1987, 12 title defences. Premium cotton 180 gsm, crew neck, heat transfer print. Black, 7 sizes S to 4XL, €29, free shipping.
The only boxer in history to turn his nickname into a legal name.
The name, then the record
Born Marvin Nathaniel Hagler on 23 May 1954 in Newark, he was signing autographs "Marvelous Marvin" from his amateur days. Television networks announced him without it. In 1982 he settled the matter in front of a judge.
The record backs the name up:
- Undisputed middleweight champion from 1980 to 1987, WBA, WBC and IBF titles unified
- Twelve successful title defences, over a reign of six years and seven months — the second longest of the last century in the division
- 62 wins, 52 inside the distance, against 3 losses and 2 draws
- 78% of his wins by knockout — the highest rate of any undisputed middleweight champion
His most famous fight remains April 1985 against Thomas Hearns: put down in the first round, he got up and won by knockout in the third. Three rounds widely held to be the most intense in the sport's history.
Brockton
The town on the artwork is where he learned to box, in Massachusetts. He arrived there after the Newark riots of 1967 and trained with the Petronelli brothers, who would be his trainers and managers for his whole career.
Brockton is also the town of Rocky Marciano, the only heavyweight champion to retire undefeated.
What it looks like on
The artwork covers the full height of the chest, in white and pale blue on the black.
At the top, Marvelous in light blue cursive script, then MARVIN in large white capitals, slightly arched.
At the centre, a black and white photograph: Hagler in guard, head shaved, championship belt at the waist, looking straight into the lens.
At the bottom, HAGLER in large white capitals, then Brockton in blue script, framed by six stars.
The largest word on the artwork is not the nickname but the surname — the two read as equals, which is exactly what his legal name says.
Premium cotton, crew neck, short sleeves, straight cut. Plain back.
Your size
European cut — take your usual size, with no adjustment. Seven sizes, S to 4XL, all at the same price. Chest runs from about 96 cm / 38 in on a S to 132 cm / 52 in on a 4XL.
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Frequently asked questions
Did Hagler legally change his name?
Yes, in 1982. Television announcers would not use his nickname, so he went to court and had his name changed to Marvelous Marvin Hagler. After that they had no choice. He is the only boxer to have done it.
How long was Hagler undisputed champion?
From 1980 to 1987 — six years and seven months, with twelve successful defences. It is the second longest middleweight reign of the last century.
What was Hagler vs Hearns?
April 1985. Hagler was put down in the first round, got up, and won by knockout in the third. Three rounds widely held to be the most intense in the sport's history.
Why does it say Brockton?
It is the Massachusetts town where he learned to box, with the Petronelli brothers, his trainers and managers for his whole career. It is also the town of Rocky Marciano.
What was his knockout rate?
78% — 52 of his 62 wins came inside the distance. It is the highest rate of any undisputed middleweight champion.
Which size should I take?
Standard European cut: take your usual size. Chest runs from about 96 cm / 38 in on a S to 132 cm / 52 in on a 4XL.
