Joe Kelly (boxer)

Joe Kelly (born c. 1886, date of death unknown) was an American boxer active during the early 20th century. He primarily fought in the bantamweight division. While not a world champion, Kelly was a prominent contender in the era, known for his speed and aggressive style. His career peaked in the period of 1905-1910. He faced several notable fighters of his time, including Johnny Coulon and Frankie Neil, although records of his fights are often incomplete and inconsistently reported in historical sources. He was managed by James J. Corbett for a period of time. His last recorded fight was in 1912.