"Bad" Bennie Briscoe - A Philadelphia Fighter

A look back at one of the greatest fighters to never win a world title, "Bad" Bennie Briscoe.

[@slagrebi740]

It's a shame Mr Briscoe didn't get to train full time for his fights. I couldn't imagine how difficult it must have been busting your ass at work, helping raise your four kids then go off to run ten miles and fight in a gym. He's a legend alright.

[@franklimper2677]

Ya .. I was thinking the same .. bust ur ass slinging those heavy cans .., then train ..

[@jasongibbs3713]

True indeed

[@fartakiss9595]

Dude, last week I was looking for documentaries on BAD Bennie Briscoe and couldn't find anything other then a few tributes. Your really doing a great service for the old head boxers

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

Thanks for the support.

[@thejmc4074]

Rich gives the people what they want.

[@LMatters1]

@@thejmc4074 yes he does!

[@fartakiss9595]

@@RichtheFightHistorian No, thank YOU good sir. Your channel is something truly special

[@robertgiofu911]

@@RichtheFightHistorian l.

[@robash5474]

Rodrigo Valdez is a boxer who is criminally underrated . In addition to whole slew of impressive wins,, Rodrigo took three out of three against Bad Bennie including one punch cold cocking. Also hung tough in two fights against Monzon. Only man to drop Carlos I believe. .Rodrigo deserves to be in Hall of Fame

[@carlosmendoza9827]

I agree with you, Valdés is probably the most underated middleweight of all times

[@richmonroe2930]

My Big Brother in the gym I ran with him & Willie the worm Monroe on the back rd in Philly’s fairmont Park he was always encouraging R.I.Power Bennie a true Champion with out a bait👊🏾🙏🏿👊🏾

[@Duel1982]

Willie the Worm Monroe..Had a young Haglers number!

[@gianca60]

The fact Briscoe never won the world title means how tough was the middle weight division in the Seventies.

[@bryonwatkins1432]

BINGO!!!!

[@jesusarreguin6885]

Monzon was there. Benny fought him twice. And Hagler once.

[@gianca60]

@@jesusarreguin6885 Don't forget Valdez.

[@keithcampbell6806]

​@@gianca60 There was also Griffith and Benvenuti also Mundineand Morroe.

[@dree35]

Yall old lol

[@vincentrobinson3078]

Being from Philly , I remember my stepdad taking us to see the outdoor fights they would have on Columbia Avenue in North Philly in the late 60’s. Bennie would be there fighting along with other Philly fighters. We didn’t live far from that site. RIP Mr. Briscoe 🥊 🥊

[@franklimper2677]

Nice memories

[@michaelferreri1256]

Wow Rich, you got it all in. I totally remember "Bad" Bennie Briscoe. He really cracked Monzon and was always a crowd pleaser. It's unbelievable that he never won a world title. This is definitely my favorite boxing channel. This one was a work of art!

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

Hey thanks, Michael.

[@thejmc4074]

I struggle to watch modern boxing. Channels such as this keep my love of boxing going. Thanks Rich.

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

I appreciate that, The JMC, thanks.

[@Roadrider19119]

My father took me and my brother to see Beenie Brisco, Willie The Worm Monroe and Bobby Boogaloo Watts. It was and amazing night of boxing 🥊

[@NateWicks]

This was a great documentary. I used to train at a gym in Palmdale, California and there was a guy by the name of Don Denkins and he used to talk about Briscoe. The stories about Briscoe's sparring sessions in Philly were so damn lively and entertaining. Briscoe was a beast and his narrative was so damn compelling. Rich, you did one hell of a job!

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

Hey thanks, Nate, I appreciate that.

[@nickharmer3049]

Absolutely brilliant. Loved that. So well done with accompanying music. A tribute to a true warrior. Bennie had his limitations, but a massive heart. To have gone the distance with 2 of the greatest middleweights of all time & Rodrigo Valdez in between, is a true testament to his mettle. Thank you. Props to you bro. Bless up 👊

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

Thank you very much, Nick. Yes, Briscoe's resume speaks for itself.

[@haroldfinch8481]

Going to join the chorus and thank you once again Rich for the great work. You capture the essence of all these great fighters most excellently.

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

Much appreciated, Harold. Thank you.

[@zfid]

Thank you. I really like your style, dunno why but this one struck a chord. You always do justice to the fighters and your narration and choice of background music is spot on. Kudos to you sir.

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

Thanks so much, zfid8485.

[@uncletony6210]

He respects the fighters, and it comes through.

[@Nada11488]

This channel is a real gift. Thank you for your stuff, Rich. It is truly appreciated.

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

Thanks for the support, D.

[@getsmart3701]

Brilliant sir, absolutely brilliant I have been wanting this one for years and it was even better than I had hoped it would be. Thank you very much for this honest retelling of Bad's story.

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

Thanks, Get Smart. Briscoe was certainly an admirable man.

[@Ty-nx4nd]

You have one of the best channels out!!

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

Thanks, Tyquan.

[@deenice1377]

Great work. I never heard of him until now. I thought it was one of B Hop relatives.

[@c.c.7687]

Great video, Rich! I remember asking my boxing-obsessed grandfather about Briscoe once and he said - "Well, he got a draw against Monzon one time in Argentina. Know what that means? That means he beat his ass, that's what it means."

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

haha, yeah, I think your grandfather was on point.

[@Learie.]

Yep.

[@gt-gu7rb]

Being from Philly I remember Bennie worked for the Philadelphia trash department I think he retired from there. He used to sit outside a neighborhood hoagie shop at Borad and Girard in the summer time in his folding chiar. No longer there. Always seemed like a good dude. Always thought of him as peaceful.

[@blackice1802]

Straight up warrior 🥊🥊🥊🥊🥊 up all respect That's what you call a man great inspiration rest in peace bennie Briscoe.

[@arjunakorale8103]

Baddest Philadelphia fighter ever. Carlos Monzon treated almost all his opponents with disdain, all except for Briscoe. Briscoe had Monzon seriously hurt in the 9th round of their second fight, and that’s something considering Monzon was the greatest Undisputed Middleweight Champion of all time. Even the Marvelous One fought an old, worn out Bennie with the greatest of caution.

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

That's true. Monzon had a lot of respect for Bad Bennie.

[@jamesgoszewski5495]

Honestly i wasn't really interested in boxing before watching these videos, thank you for your time and effort making these videos.

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

My pleasure, James, thanks for your support.

[@Motorfirez]

He was the only one to ever really hurt Monzon . He was as tough as Hagler and hit possibly even harder - but he lacked some finesse and counterpunching skills . Definitely a pity that he never won the title.

[@brianseneca3546]

I never saw he title fight with Monzon! Man he looked OUT when Benny hit him with that right. You can see him looking over Benny's shoulder at the clock. One or two more clean shots and he may have finally won that elusive title. Great fighter RIP

[@Motorfirez]

@@brianseneca3546 yeah - Monzon years later explained that ge got hit on the ear and totally lost balance - he was out on his feet. However it must be told tha Monzon totally outclassed Briscoe - one of the judges gave him all 15 rounds.

[@Motorfirez]

@B45 Monzon actually always mantained Griffith was his most difficult opponent. The 2nd Griffith fight was very close . I think Monzon was a bit ageing by the time he fought Valdes - I also think he'd have Koed Valdes in the rematch if it wasn't for the problem with his right hand.

[@humbleweare]

Another Philly fighter reminds me of Mr. Briscoe, Bernard Hopkins. They sorta look alike in some aspects and both were warriors in the ring. Thanks Rich!

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

Sure thing, Humble We Are.

[@elisabattle8456]

Used to box out of the 23rd PAL in Philadelphia back in the early 70's. It was Joe Frazier's gym. Used to spar with Jimmy Young (got my ass kicked), as well as some of Ali's sparring partners. Also sparred with Stanley "Kitten" Hayward who had fought a title fight with Emile Griffith and bloodied Hayward's nose (almost pissed my pants when that happened). Back then Phila. was the hot spot for boxing in the US. Bobby "Boogaloo:" Watts, Willie "The Worm Monroe", "Gypsy Joe" Harris were some of the other names. Never met Benny Brisoe but definitely remember the name/aura surrounding this great fighter. Mike Battle

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

Philly was definitely the hot spot back then, as you said. Thanks for sharing.

[@walterjamessimpson5829]

I first heard about Bennie Briscoe when the late great Marvin Hagler talk about him in a interview.he said Bennie Briscoe whas one of the toughest fighters he ever fought..R.i.P champ.

[@keonmitchell5594]

I knew Benny ..had several conversations with him ..great guy ..always wearing that blue jump suit …even in his older years you knew he still had it ..

[@Ijustinsultedyou]

No you didn’t

[@koad777]

The raw nature of these documentaries is absolutely captivating. The haunting music played during the bouts is pure genius. I love boxing and so grateful I found this channel. This is great stuff. Thank you

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

Hey thanks so much, koad777

[@dennymoe4536]

Very well done! I remember him well. He was the fighter that Champions championed..

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

Thanks, Denny.

[@johntaylor-lo8qx]

I like this channel so much cause it's not all about the champions we've seen hundreds of times. This channel caters to fighter's who came so close to being champions but never really got their due. Well these fighter's will live on as hero's thanks to these documentaries. So well done. Gr8 footage, gr8 fights, magnificent channel. Bravo 👏.

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

Thanks so much, john

[@johntaylor-lo8qx]

@@RichtheFightHistorian Thank you my friend. Please keep em coming. 👊

[@wolfganggrasz2884]

Really like the way he boxed! One of my all time favorites, tough on ocassions he took far too many shots, almost running into it... a little bit too raw. hagler was more refined, faster hands. Still a true Warrior! A Legend!

[@tr33b3ard73]

The exchange of blows starting at 8:44 is BANANAS!!! Respect!!!

[@danielchristie7009]

Can’t believe you don’t have 100 k subscribers ..incredible channel Thank you Rich

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

I appreciate that, Daniel. Thanks.

[@thorillathunder7827]

Just wanted to thank you for these amazing videos. I’ve watched almost all of them in the last few weeks. Great stuff.

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

Awesome, thank you, Thorilla.

[@eddiesoul4890]

James Toney was so similar to him (Meaning the Star of David and that Snear of Hate on his face ) And the defensive skills...

[@ChristiaanHartNibbrig]

Another great video, Rich. Thank you so much. They are all just fascinating. What a service you are providing the world of sport by amassing this video history of boxing. This video, of Bad Bennie Briscoe, was fabulous. These Philly fighters are something else. I especially like how you show us, the viewers, extended clips of these men. Even though the footage is grainy sometimes, we can really see what made each boxer unique.Thanks again for giving us these absolutely interesting videos.

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

Thanks, Christiaan. Yeah, sometimes I take what I can get on the footage...Briscoe campaigned at a time where he wasn't privy to much TV coverage.

[@DANVIIL]

I watched Bennie fight in Philly at the Blue Horizon, the Arena and the Spectrum.. The Blue Horizon made you feel like you were just above the ring.

[@BlazeShogun]

Absolutely one of the most entertaining and informative channels on all of KZbin, Sir!! Keep up the fantastic work like this piece on "Bad" Bennie Briscoe, and many of the others you have done!!

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

Wow, thanks!

[@copee2960]

You just keep whacking it out of the ball park my man.....Brilliant stuff.

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

Thanks for the support, Copee.

[@borgullet3376]

Rich. ALWAYS bringing us The Best.

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

Thanks, Racer X.

[@markriley5863]

Another great upload Rich. Keep 'em coming 👍

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

Thanks, will do!

[@moneyshea1]

You just keep hitting home runs. Best boxing channel on the web. Thank you for introducing me to Bad Benny Briscoe.

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

I appreciate that, thanks David.

[@ericturner7906]

Another Legendary Fighter and classic footage. Great job Rich! Bennie Briscoe RIP.

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

Thanks, Eric.

[@fallindowndrunk]

Absolutely awesome, thanks Rich

[@isaaccarter4069]

These are fantastic videos. Glad I found your channel.

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

Thank you, Isaac.

[@Hugh_Morris]

What I'm so grateful for is that you always find the footage where you can; no matter how grainy or damaged. We appreciate it mate! This stuff isn't always so easy to find. You take time making these docs, pay respect to many fighters who deserve it. Just thank you, this is the first documentary I've seen on Benny Briscoe, may he live on in our minds. A fighters fighter, pure and simple.

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

Thanks, Hugh. Well said about Briscoe being a 'fighter's fighter.'

[@eliali9761]

Great work... much appreciated 👍

[@Iamneverright]

Bennie Briscoe, A true warrior

[@danhoppy5517]

Great to see some actual footage of 'Bad' Bennie. I'd read some articles and seen photographs in the past, but seeing him on screen and in his prime, separating Carlos Monzon from his senses briefly, was something else.

[@chriso1585]

Always like Bennie but who doesn't, never knew a thing about him except he was a philly great. The info you put into these is amazing that you can manage to do them for free and make so many, I've been watching them all month and think it's one of the best KZbin channels I've ever seen. Thanks again.

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

Always a pleasure, Chris, thanks.

[@bg-jo7kj]

Great boxing docs. Great channel,

[@donnellvickers6314]

Love your videos Man, just simply LOVE EM. 😄😎🔥👍

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

Thanks, Donnell.

[@dennisfboston4543]

Great peace you put together all of them mini documentaries are great

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

Thanks, Dennis.

[@fallindowndrunk]

Absolutely awesome, thanks Rich!

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

My pleasure, Greyhound. Thanks.

[@ttenkrut]

Great upload

[@billybob9961]

Quality work as always

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@mrdavestanley2156]

Love your videos. Magic

[@tentringer4065]

Superb work as always.

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

Thank you, Tent Ringer.

[@karickbintliff9424]

Prolly my favorite non-champion boxer ever he was as entertaining as they come. If you don’t like Benny Brisco you don’t like boxing.

[@domenickparris7650]

Bad Bennie Briscoe, a true Philly Legend.

[@bliyp]

Great channel love all the films

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

Thank you.

[@philiplangerman7375]

Great documentary about "Bad'" Bennie Briscoe , truly one of the best middleweight contenders of that era , had that philly style like Joe Frazier .

[@felicecancellara4524]

What a man 🙌🏼 thanks Mr Briscoe 🙏🏻

[@andydalton5344]

Excellent work Rich

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@andypicken7848]

Tremendous watch. Really enjoyed it

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

Thanks, Andy.

[@WarioSaysSo]

"Bad" Bennie Briscoe PRO record: 66 - 24 - 5, KO's 53. # 3-time World Middleweight Title challenger: 1972, 1974 & 1977. # NABF Middleweight Champion: 1973-1973 (2-1-0, KO's 2) # Pennsylvania State Welterweight Champion: 1964. # Fought against 8 recognized world champions: Marvin Hagler, Carlos Monzon 2x, Emile Griffith 2x, Luis Manuel Rodriguez x2, Eddie Mustafa Muhammad, Vicente Rondon x2, Rodrigo Valdez x3 & Vito Antuofermo, + top contenders like; Billy "Dynamite" Douglas, Tony Mundine, Vinnie Curto x2, Eugene Hart x2, George Benton, Yoland Leveque etc. # Of 24 career losses, only 1 was ended with his opponent stopped him (TKO 7 Rodrigo Valdez- world title fight) + 7-8 fights ended in a close decision by SD or MD.

[@whoyoucallinpinhead1507]

LETS GOOOOO, i was hoping to see you get to him eventually

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

The ultimate Philly Fighter :)

[@drewmillz1]

this was a great doc. these guys who fought in the 70's were a special breed. they were the last era of genuine blue collar fighters. salute to "bad" Bennie Briscoe!

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

Thanks, Big Bad John.

[@charternicholson9933]

This is a classic. Bennies comeback defeat of Eddie Gregory (Eddie Mustafa Muhammad) was awesome shift in styles and shows new dog and new tricks can work. Benson was a reignited his career. Nice Quote at the end "Bennie Briscoe is a legend and legends are not to be pitied" Great job Rich

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

Thanks, Charter. Yeah, Briscoe had a second wind under Benton's guidance.

[@mikechess1991]

Thanks for the video

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

You bet

[@skinrule1]

Awesome!!! Great Job

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

Thanks, Michael.

[@stuartjohnson7967]

Thanks again Rich.! 👍🥊🙏

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

Sure thing, Stuart.

[@obtuseonone3133]

Fantastic Documentary edit Brisco's head is larger then the head of william Tells oldest less fortunate son

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

Thank you, Mr Dave.

[@abdellahismail8708]

Bernard Hopkins, called Bennie Briscoe, "The real uncrowned champ".

[@richmonroe2930]

Thank you 🙏🏿 😢

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

My pleasure, Rich.

[@paulg444]

wow!... We love you Bennie.. watching the old war horse take out those young bucks in the early 70s was a sight to behold!

[@boxingmaster2663]

thank you rich. they're all good but I loved this one!

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

Thanks very much.

[@crazykocounters4741]

Thnx for this Rich, I always loved Bennie Briscoe. It reminds me of Jose Medel. Both had pretty similar careers.

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

Hmmm...Will have to read more about Medel. Thanks.

[@crazykocounters4741]

@@RichtheFightHistorian Sorry for the late reply Rich, but if you want to know a thing or two about here what I can tell you about him: Jose Medel was devastating knockout artist during his time who is highly respected by legends including Fighting Harada and Eder Jofre. Medel was consistent highly ranked bantamweight contender who beat the likes of Dwight Hawkins, Manuel Barrios, Eloy Sanchez, Jesus Pimental, Walter McGowan, Jose Toluco Lopez and would be the first man to knock out Harada. Eder Jofre respected Medel so much stating that Medel was the best fighter he has ever faced saying when he beat him at 1961 (in a very classic very underrated brawl), he felt "unbeatable". He also said Medel is best puncher he has ever came across. Medel was never known for his crazy knockout power, but his precise and high accurate counters. Here are some quotes I found about him: "He might not have the biggest punch but he was accurate, with a lot of technique and precision. That made him a very dangerous opponent." - Eder Jofre "His quick counterpunches were invisible." - Fighting Harada "I think it was a left hook that caught me in the 9th round. I really don't know what happened." - Jesus Pimental "it came so fast and so hard I didn't know what hit me." - Misunori Seki An interviewer once asked Jesus Pimental if Ruben Olivares was the hardest puncher he ever fought and he replied that Olivares wasn't and was never the hardest puncher he fought, then would claimed that the only fighter to ever hurt him was another mexican and his name was Jose Medel. Even tho despite all of this, Medel is more famously known in an anime called Ashita No Joe. A very very old anime from the late 60's and early 70's. He was mention in a manga explained by a character named Tangei Danpei at chapter 30. Here's the link: chap.manganelo.com/manga-lh97553/chapter-30 In the anime anime, he is mentioned in episode 15. Here's the link: gogoplay1.com/videos/ashita-no-joe-episode-15 Medel is known for being one of boxing's greatest non champions for very hardcore boxing fans today. I hope you like the story.

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

@@crazykocounters4741 Great stuff. I only knew that he had fought Harada. Will see if I have anything else on him. Thanks for elaborating, he's a fighter worthy of study.

[@sanelethabethe4149]

The background jazz music compliments Briscoe's journey nicely done👌

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

Thank you, sanele.

[@ralphmarquez9548]

I once met Bad Benny at a fight and he introduced me to another great Philadelphia fighter Wille the Worm Monroe .

[@BkyPalermo247]

Shame Bennie never won a Championship,someone who worked so hard at his profession,was Lucky enough to met Bennie as a kid with my Godfather WW/MW Billy Arnold and Later when he fought a family friend Richie Bennett

[@abudujana13]

Thanks for the video, RICH THE FIGHT HISTORIAN

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

My pleasure, abudujana13.

[@amarnaitaissa5290]

Merci pour ce documentaire sur un boxeur qui m a donné envie de pratiquer la boxe. Dur, frappeur, presque innarretable. Je lui rendis hommage en écrivant une chanson en son honneur des années après avec mon groupe de musique en 86. Respect Mister. 👌🇨🇵

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

Thank you, Amar.

[@MjahedTV]

Awesome

[@vincentfisher1603]

Hagler treated Bennie with a lot of respect.

[@apex_prowler95]

Was that Billy Douglas, Buster Douglas's pop? Hxll of a fighter. Absolutely, on the legendary side of boxing history despite no championship belt. Another great documentary. #excelsior

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

Thanks, Apex. That's correct, Billy Douglas in the clip was Buster's father.

[@johnsonyoungssenkie3806]

He fought Monzon and got a draw, it shows he was a hell of guy.

[@kevincheatim3252]

One of the most underrated middleweights besides George Benton out of philly

[@ronofficial5958]

Would love to see my friends dad Dan “Butcher Boy” Bucceroni in your collection. He was a really good South Philly fighter.

[@kevinjames6261]

Benny was from North Philly..Sydenham St...facts

[@2383Scorpio]

"Bad" Bennie Briscoe was the true warrior of the ring and he would make today's middleweights feared him if he was in his prime. He would give GGG a hard fight also. One of my favorite uncrowned champion fighters in history.

[@WZ912]

He'd beat up GGG

[@2383Scorpio]

@@WZ912 That's why Briscoe was nicknamed "Bad" Bennie because he made his opponents look bad.

[@patrickverona387]

Excellent video as always Rich. He was an excellent fighter. It would have been interesting to see what would have happened if Rodrigo Valdez and Carlos Monzon hadn’t been around when he was campaigning.

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

Thanks, Patrick. And yes, that is a great 'what if'.

[@AlamoCityCello]

Briscoe was a tough customer. Thanks Rich!

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

Sure thing, John.

[@wotizit2937]

Awesome!

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@teofemo7000]

Russell Peltz recently came out with a book( $30 And A Cut Eye). Philly boxing fans should enjoy it.

[@GenghisCohen257]

RUSSELL PELTZ. LEGEND.

[@CJCrump]

Briscoe was a dangerous fighter.

[@dennisavent1686]

I had the honor of meeting 'Bad' Bennie back in the late 60's when my father introduced me to him when he took me to work with him one day. They both worked in the Sanitation Dept. of Philadelphia. Bennie was driving a trash truck and when my father pulled up to the truck, he got me out to see Bennie. He leaned out of the driver's side window and smiled at me. I'll never forget that menacing, gargoylish face. Later in life I rooted for Bennie when he fought Valdez for the title on TV. I thought he won too. He seemed like two different people; a soft spoken nice guy in person, but something out of a nightmare when you saw him in the ring. R.I.P, champ.

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

Cool share, thanks.

[@ajanaya100]

Excelente la pelea con Rodrigo Valdez es todo un Gladiador

[@lloydcrooks712]

Boxing beats and rhymes been promoting your channel in the UK

[@etherealdreams7936]

Been trying to think of the name of that channel for a few weeks !! Thanks 👍

[@RichtheFightHistorian]

Thanks, I'll look them up.

[@Aristotelezz]

Now I know a little bid more about Bad Bennie!