Sharing a billing with his stablemate Meldrick Taylor, Pernell Whitaker moves up to 140 pounds to make his super lightweight debut against tough veteran Harold Brazier. Brazier provides a sturdy test, dishing out some punishment of his own in the early going and lasting the distance, but Whitaker stands and delivers a spectacular performance as he out fights the veteran. After ten rounds, Whitaker gets a shutout on the cards and looks toward a showdown with one of the division's several titleholders.

Pernell Whitaker vs. Harold Brazier

Harold Brazier vs Micky Ward

Juan Martin Coggi vs Harold Brazier

Harold Brazier, in his biggest fight to date, had the champion Mayweather practically out on his feet in rounds just about every one of the last four rounds. However, Brazier never followed up and finished Mayweather. Later stated by the unsuccessful challenger Brazier, "I had him in the palm of my hands." But it was Mayweather who battled back ferociously enough from those poundings to gain a victory. However, Brazier nevertheless made a great showing and he soon received a second shot at a world title, this time against Juan Martin Coggi, which he lost in more convincing fashion.

Pernell Whitaker vs. Harold Brazier

Harold Brazier vs Micky Ward

Juan Martin Coggi vs Harold Brazier

Roger Mayweather vs Harold Brazier

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