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Eddie Perkins (born March 3, 1937, in Clarksdale, MS) was an American light welterweight boxer.

Professional career

Perkins turned professional in 1956 and captured the World Boxing Association (WBA) light welterweight title with a decision win over Duilio Loi in 1962, but lost the belt in a rematch later that year. In 1963 he then captured the World Boxing Council and WBA light welterweight titles with a decision win over Roberto Cruz. He defended the belt twice before losing it to Carlos Hernandez in 1965. He never challenged for a major title again, and retired in 1975.

Honors

Perkins was elected into the World Boxing Hall of Fame in 2006 and the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 2008.^{[1] [2]}

Preceded by Duilio Loi	WBA Light Welterweight Champion 14 Sep 1962– 15 Dec 1962	Succeeded by Duilio Loi
Preceded by Roberto Cruz	WBC Light Welterweight Champion 15 Jun 1963– 18 Jan 1965	Succeeded by Carlos Hernandez
Preceded by Roberto Cruz	WBA Light Welterweight Champion 15 Jun 1963– 18 Jan 1965	Succeeded by Carlos Hernandez