A mild-mannered milkman thrust into professional boxing as a replacement fighter. He navigates media backlash and coercion, ultimately finding the courage to defeat a violent antagonist and save his opponent, becoming a national hero.
Mendez is initially positioned as the formidable championship opponent Jimmy must defeat.
Jimmy steps into the championship lineup as a direct substitute for the injured Wright.
Herbie Bush acts as Jimmy's boxing manager, guiding his entry into professional competition.
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