The match brought the champion to Wales, the first time a boxing title had been held in the country, where the fight took place on 9 September 1946, which saw James being knocked out in the ninth after suffering six knockdowns during the bout.
The match brought the champion to Wales, the first time a boxing title had been held in the country, taking place at Ninian Park on 9 September 1946. James was knocked out in the ninth after suffering six knockdowns during the bout.