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Top 10 British heavyweight boxers
Tom Cowler (c) PA Photos 2008

Ahead of David Haye's first WBA heavyweight title defence against John Ruiz, we profile the greatest British boxers in the history of the division. Scroll through to view our selection and cast your vote at the end.

No.10 - Tom Cowler
Fights:
85
Wins: 55 (KO 46)
Defeats: 24
Draws: 3
Profile: Measuring in at 6ft 2in and weighing 221lbs, Cowler was a big heavyweight for his generation, earning himself the nickname the "Cumberland Giant". Cowler failed to become world champion, but he was talked up by his peers during his fighting years - between 1910 and 1924 - as a serious championship contender. Among the impressive names he took on, and defeated, in the ring were George "Boer" Rodel, Bill Brennan, Gunboat Smith, Al Reich and Joe Jeannette.