Braddock's 27 knockout wins showcase the power he possessed. Webbraddock turned pro as a light heavyweight in 1926 and accelerated to the top of ratings. Webbraddock steadily rose in the ranks to build a record of 33 wins, four losses, and six draws by november 1928 — when he knocked out tuffy griffiths in an upset that. Webjune 13, 2020 5:37 pm et. The story was beautifully told in the 2005 film “cinderella man. ” jim braddock was thought to be finished as an elite fighter and was desperate to feed. Sportswriters said this fight was a mismatch. Webson of irish immigrants with ‘more brawn than brains’ won 51 victories in 82 fights. Webin an amazing feat of courage and determination, braddock won the 15 round decision to become the new heavyweight champion of the world. During his reign as champ, jim.