BETTINA, MELIO-ANTON CHRISTOFORIDIS WIRE PHOTO (1941)

On January 13, 1941 at the Arena in Cleveland, Ohio Melio Bettina and Anton Christoforidis met for the vacant NBA world light heavyweight championship. Christoforidis won a unanimous 15 round decision and the title. Offered here is an original wire photo depicting the two wrestling for the coveted belt two days before the match.
This is an original International News Photos wire photo with their stamp and caption on back. Bold, clear image. Clean front and back. Tiny corner creases. No tears. 6 1/2" x 8 1/2."